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Thanks for your feedback on this. Definitely going to give Max OT a shot. See where I am in 8-10 weeks, just prior to the recommended week "break". If I like how it is going, I will continue it for a bit longer after the rest... if not, I will switch gears.Yes, I agree... 6-8 weeks is usually a good point to change things up, but I often change-up around 4 weeks (if the program isn't ever-changing like Y3T, P/RR/S or periodization schemes).I hear you on wasting time. Especially when you start getting on in years, such as I am, every minute becomes precious because you hear that clock ticking... ticking... ticking down. You still feel (most of the time) and see yourself as you did in your 20s even though those days are long, long past. When I go to the gym, it is all-business, so I hate the idea of wasted sweat and time.Cory
Sounds like you have a great head on your shoulders at such a young age. Keep it up and remember this iron game is a marathon, not a sprint, so plan for longevity putting health first and you will go far.Now, as far as your screen name; I hope it is not a reference to the man who took the Oilers out of Houston... 🙁
Haha thanks marty. I have begun to understand that the iron game is a marathon, but it is so hard to keep that thought in today's world. Everyone wants to already be at the destination instead of enjoying the adventure.And yes, it is a reference to the Tennessee Titans. When I was a kid, I was a huge Titans fan NOOOOOOOOOOOOO....... say it ain't so and have used this screen name ever since. I am now a NY Jets fan because I love Rex Ryan; however, the Titans have a great upcoming quarterback in Jake Locker IMO If he beats out Hasselbeck he may wind up having a short-lived career going up against the Texans D twice a year... 😉 .
Especially when you start getting on in years, such as I am, every minute becomes precious because you hear that clock ticking... ticking... ticking down. You still feel (most of the time) and see yourself as you did in your 20s even though those days are long, long past.
I don't know what age you are, but I know when I hit 30, I had a semi-crisis. Only ended up making me push even harder, to ensure I reach my goals before 35. I am 31, now.That said, b/c a lot of people are so wayward, nowadays, in their 20s... they consider the 20s the new 'teens', 30s the new '20s', and 40s the new '30s'. People, in general, are discovering themselves in their 30s, while establishing themselves by / and in their 40s. This is b/c they 'party' their 20s away -- time squandered.Thank the media.Cory
Sounds like you have a great head on your shoulders at such a young age. Keep it up and remember this iron game is a marathon, not a sprint, so plan for longevity putting health first and you will go far.Now, as far as your screen name; I hope it is not a reference to the man who took the Oilers out of Houston... 🙁
Haha thanks marty. I have begun to understand that the iron game is a marathon, but it is so hard to keep that thought in today's world. Everyone wants to already be at the destination instead of enjoying the adventure.And yes, it is a reference to the Tennessee Titans. When I was a kid, I was a huge Titans fan NOOOOOOOOOOOOO....... say it ain't so and have used this screen name ever since. I am now a NY Jets fan because I love Rex Ryan; however, the Titans have a great upcoming quarterback in Jake Locker IMO If he beats out Hasselbeck he may wind up having a short-lived career going up against the Texans D twice a year... 😉 .
Haha a Texans fan are we, Marty? It all makes sense now...but at the end of the day, why is a physical specimen like Andre Johnson always getting hurt? I think it is his lack of mental strength or overdevelopment of certain muscle groups.But I do feel for you because Matt Schaub will never win a Super Bowl and Arian Foster is welll....greatly overrated IMO.I am looking forward to this season, but I freaking HATE Roger Goodell. That man will ruin football.
Especially when you start getting on in years, such as I am, every minute becomes precious because you hear that clock ticking... ticking... ticking down. You still feel (most of the time) and see yourself as you did in your 20s even though those days are long, long past.
I don't know what age you are, but I know when I hit 30, I had a semi-crisis. Only ended up making me push even harder, to ensure I reach my goals before 35. I am 31, now.That said, b/c a lot of people are so wayward, nowadays, in their 20s... they consider the 20s the new 'teens', 30s the new '20s', and 40s the new '30s'. People, in general, are discovering themselves in their 30s, while establishing themselves by / and in their 40s. This is b/c they 'party' their 20s away -- time squandered.Thank the media.Cory
I thought this was a great post, Cory. Just wanted to bring it back to the front page of new posts so maybe it will inspire others 🙂
Haha a Texans fan are we, Marty? It all makes sense now...but at the end of the day, why is a physical specimen like Andre Johnson always getting hurt? I think it is his lack of mental strength or overdevelopment of certain muscle groups. Or maybe its the wear and tear on a 31 year-old who's been the only bright spot trying to carry a struggling team fon his back for 9 years. You can't be so cold-hearted as to wish ill on one of the true greats of the game who has survived a losing team this long as to gloat over his physical injury and feel joy in seeing him disabled just when winning seems right around the corner? :'( But I do feel for you because Matt Schaub will never win a Super Bowl Ouch! Don't be sure, even all 950# of Fat Albert couldn't kill him and Arian Foster is welll....greatly overrated IMO And you're entitled to it. Overrated? That word is usually used for those who get accolades and praise heaped upon them yet fail to produce. Not the case so far, as the yards he's gained not only on the ground but via air are well... indisputable. Now if he can't get over this newfound penchant for fumbling, I will definitely join your camp on this point. .I am looking forward to this season, but I freaking HATE Roger Goodell. That man will ruin football. Ahhh, at long last something we can agree on!!!
Truth told I am a Houston fan back to the old Luv Ya Blue days. Killed us when Bud Adams took the Oilers to Memphis. Now that was truly a blow to an entire city. Have a heart, man!Sorry for jacking your thread, Cory.
Especially when you start getting on in years, such as I am, every minute becomes precious because you hear that clock ticking... ticking... ticking down. You still feel (most of the time) and see yourself as you did in your 20s even though those days are long, long past.
I don't know what age you are, but I know when I hit 30, I had a semi-crisis. Only ended up making me push even harder, to ensure I reach my goals before 35. I am 31, now.That said, b/c a lot of people are so wayward, nowadays, in their 20s... they consider the 20s the new 'teens', 30s the new '20s', and 40s the new '30s'. People, in general, are discovering themselves in their 30s, while establishing themselves by / and in their 40s. This is b/c they 'party' their 20s away -- time squandered.Thank the media.Cory
I thought this was a great post, Cory. Just wanted to bring it back to the front page of new posts so maybe it will inspire others 🙂
HAHA.Stuff I say either inspires, or it angers. It tends to anger those who know it is true, and hate to face the music.We are all going to die, let's leave something behind to be remembered!Cory
I have to say again, I am amazed so far at the level of maturity and good-natured willingness to help each other out I find here. I think it is inevitable that as the community grows, we will at some point get our share of trolls, but I am sure enjoying the atmosphere while it lasts!
I have to say again, I am amazed so far at the level of maturity and good-natured willingness to help each other out I find here. I think it is inevitable that as the community grows, we will at some point get our share of trolls, but I am sure enjoying the atmosphere while it lasts!
I feel that is inevitable. There are token @$$holes everywhere, and one is bound to rear its head here at some point. Bodybuilding.com is FULL of rudeness and hostility. Anyone who achieves something is instantly ridiculed my the population there, for no other reason than obvious jealousy. They are just priveleged types who don't want to work hard and something. That whole quick-fix mentality that dominates popular culture today.Maybe if they join us, they'll feel out of place, and leave. That behaviour won't be tolerated.Cory
Alternatively, perhaps our 'higher-minded' community will lure the best of that crowd into our midst, and maybe – just maybe – the 'others' will be persuaded to up their game, so to speak, in terms of attitude, reason, and fellowship.Yes, I am still that naive at 46 years old. And yes, it gets me in trouble.
Alternatively, perhaps our 'higher-minded' community will lure the best of that crowd into our midst, and maybe - just maybe - the 'others' will be persuaded to up their game, so to speak, in terms of attitude, reason, and fellowship.Yes, I am still that naive at 46 years old. And yes, it gets me in trouble.
People can change, yes... but, some people are just inherently malevolent.Cory
People can change, yes... but, some people are just inherently malevolent.Cory
I see you've met my sister-in-law.
People can change, yes... but, some people are just inherently malevolent.Cory
I see you've met my sister-in-law.
No, but it sounds like I wouldn't want to. 😮
I thought Max-OT was a damn good program but I found that my joints started to ache pretty bad by the time I got to weeks 9-12. In retrospect, I'd change up the reps after 4 to 6 weeks….which I guess means change programs. 😉
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