Muay Thai and Dips

Workout 12 May 2009:

Muay Thai training and conditioning, 30 minutes

Weighted Dips, five sets of five reps

Results: dips, 45-45-45-45-45lbs
Previous best: 25-30-35-40-45lbs (4 May 09)

Today's Thai practice was a mix of kicks and punches. The two main goals were improving my footwork on a left switch leg kick and improving the power of my hooks. Similar to last time, the last drill was two rounds on focus pads followed by a punch pyramid. I was able to get into my "third gear" again near the end and was even able to add an additional small pyramid to 10. That both felt great and was miserable at the same time!

The dips were done with iron plates loaded onto a dip belt. I'm happy with the 5x5 at 45lbs today and should easily be able to go up to 50lbs next time.

Mark Rippetoe Quote of the Day:
On adding bike riding and leg extensions to his "Starting Strength" program:

"The program is not designed to be supplemented with anything...just stick with the program and let it work for you unsullied by the trappings of muscle magazine silliness or a desire to gild the lily. If you want to ride your bikes, don't be gone too long. In fact, be back before supper."