Deadlift Day!

Gym Temp: 60 degrees
Music: Wolves at the Gate, Captors

Scripture of the Day: Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Deadlifts standing on a 2" thick board (this makes the pull longer and tougher)

135x3

225x2

315x2

405x1

495x1

525x1 Not my best but my lifts are improving since dropping 40 lbs.

"There is no reason to be alive if you can't do deadlift" - Jon Pall Sigmarsson 4x Worlds Strongest Man

Front dumbbell raises

20x8

30x8, 8

Crucifix

20 lbs. chains x 1 minute 10 seconds

Sled drags

Forward 140 x 200', 200'

Backwards 140 x 200', 200'

Tonight I will do some stretching and light reverse hyperextensions because my lower back and hams are tight and sore. The Reverse Hyperextension is one of the greatest inventions for lower back strength and rehabilitation. Thanks to Louie Simmons at Westside Barbell.