The Bishop

Thanks, I appreciate the video! I'll start doing these before I lift.

I'm mostly talking about doing lifts like the clean and jerk, front squat, clean and push press, etc. I just feel it in my wrist a lot, especially when I'm in the rack position. I just started these lifts though, maybe a couple of weeks ago. I was just wondering when it's just soreness, and when it's probably an injury.

I was wondering if anyone else's wrists were hurting after starting Powerlift/Olympic lifts? If so, how do I know if I'm hurt or just sore? And what can I do to prevent injury, and recover my wrist HP?

The Big Two-Zero-Zero I know I haven't been posting as much as I'd like to, but I have been sticking to my diet and exercise plan, and this is evidenced by my announcement. I have just weighed in at 200lbs, a weight I have not been since I was fifteen! Ten years of being too heavy, too tired, and too unhappy with the number at my feet, all done because of a new education about what's healthy and what's not, and not a little encouragement from friends, both IRL and online; I couldn't have done it by myself. Since starting this journey in September of 2013, I have gone from 228lbs to 200lbs, and not by starving myself, but by eating better and working out. I'm not a stick, nor do I feel weak; in fact, I feel much stronger than when I started! This is my shout out, but I won't just be content with where I am, how far I've come. It's time to put Phase II in motion. Phase II is to put on muscle, and gain strength, flexibility, and agility. I'll do this by means of weight training, martial arts, and just a sprinkling of parkour ( once I learn how). I am so excited about this coming year, it will be a year of absolute victory. Who's with me?

12/2/2013 Wake up Weight: 212 lbs Food Log 1.Breakfast Sausage and eggs w/ chees and salsaAlmond Milk 2. Lunch Grilled chicken salad w/ bacon and vingarettewaterfruit3.Din-Din Caldo ( mexican Chicken soup)Two grilled chicken breasts w/ swiss cheese and picklesAlmond milkwater4. Snack Cashews w/ lime juice Grade Food: B Work out: N/A

12/1/13 Wake up weight: 214 lbs I have been sick for the past week, so I haven't worked out at all, though I did keep (with the exception of thanksgiving) my diet. Food log 1. Breakfast Chorizo Con HuevoWater2. Dinner Baton Rouge Scallop meal​Veggie medley ( mostly zucchini and carrots) Fried alligatorUnsweet tea

11/22/13 wake up weight: 217.5 lbs Food log Brunch: Large chicken breast, grilled/skinlesssteamed BroccoliRe-fried beans/cheeseWake Juice​Din-Din*: Chicken Stir fry, a la http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/02/21/a-decent-meal/Added chile peppersseasoned with Sea salt, ground pepper, and lime juiceUnsweet tea * Alright, so I did another Paleo-dish! Yay! Achievment: GRONK EAT PUNY BIRD! Grade Food: A- (I did have re-fried beans and cheese afterall...)

I'm trying to keep a (mostly) Paleo diet during this 6 week challenge, but there is a big hurdle coming my way; OBSTACLE, THY NAME IS THANKSGIVING! What are some good Paleo alternatives to some of the less Paleo-rific foods like stuffing, Hollidaise sauce, etc...? Any suggestions?

11/21/13 Wake up weight: 216.5 lbs Food log Breakfast: Ham omletteWake JuiceSalsaLunch: Two skinless Chicken breastsSteamed BroccoliCornWater​Din-Din: Whataburger double bacon cheeseburger w/ whole wheat bunFrench fries ( oh no!)unsweet tea Workout log Workout time: 2Hrs 12Min Warm up: ​Light jog to the gym​Workout*: Bench Press: 4 sets; 12 reps (105lbs), 8 reps (135lbs), 5 reps ( 135lbs), 3 reps (105lbs)Push ups: 4 RepsSquats ( smith)*: 4 sets; 12 reps (80lbs), 8 (110lbs), 2 reps (170lbs), 4reps (120lbs)Pull ups: 1 rep assisted, 5 negative repsCurl-grip pull downs: 5 sets;12 reps (80lbs), 8 reps (110lbs)X2, 6 reps (120lbs), 6 reps (110lbs)Rows: 5 sets; 12 reps (70lbs), 8 reps (90lbs)X2, 6 reps (120lbs)X2Dumbbell curls: 5 sets; 12 reps (15lbs),8 reps (20lbs)X2, 6 reps (25lbs) X2Leg Curl: 5 sets; 12 reps (60lbs), 8 reps (80lbs)X2, 6 reps (100lbs),6 reps (130lbs)Tricep pull downs: 5 sets; 12 (30lbs), 8 (40lbs)X2, 6 reps( 50 lbs), 6 reps ( 45lbs)​Cool down: Basketball game ( one-one 21)​ ​ * So, I worked out with a friend who is training to become a Navy SEAL, and boy, did we workout! It was very intense and I felt so sore, even an hour after the workout! I'm going to try to workout with him from now on, so expect more lists like this one. * I know the Smith machine isn't the best way to do squats, but they didn't have a squat bar at my friend's apartment gym. We're going to try to go to Planet Fitness next time. Grade Food: B- ( since I did workout for so long, I feel like the carbs were ok.) Workout: A+ ( I totally deserve that.)​

Thanks for the link! I've been looking for Paleo recipe sites!

Fantastic! Thank you for such a thoughtful post! I'll definitely try out the rock wall asap. I'll keep what you've said in mind when i go shopping this coming week!

11/19/13*** Wake up weight 215.5 lbs Food Log 1.Breakfast: Chorizo Con Huevo with cheeseLactose free milk 2.Lunch: Grilled Chicken salad/ avocado ranch dressingApple and orange slicesWater3.Din-Din: Beef/Bean Chalupas* with salsaLactose free milkWater* My Mother made them, so I ate them. What can you do? *shrugs* ​ Workout Log 1.Warm up: 1 lap walking1 lap jogging1 lap running1 lap jogging1 lap walkingTotal distance: 5/6 mile 2.Workout Pullups (assisted): 3 sets; 10 reps,3 reps, 1 rep; Weight, (-70lbs)*Oblique lift: 3 sets; 15 reps; Weight, 45lbsRows ( plate): 3 sets; 7 reps; Weight, 45lbsDumbbell press: 3 sets; 8 reps; Weight, 40lbsGoblet squat: 3 sets; 6 reps; Weight, 40lbs* I increased my reps for the pull up! Yay! Now I think I'll drop the weight down next week, and start over. *** Alright, so you may have noticed that I was conspicuously absent this weekend. Well, it's because I went to the Renaissance Festival near Houston, Texas. It was amazing, and the only thing I ate that wasn't Paleo was a Kolache, a couple of breakfast tacos, and...wait for it... A CHOCOLATE COVERED CHEESECAKE ON A STICK!!!! It was so good, I kept asking the vendor if she was a Narc, because it should be illegal to make such tasty things. But, I'm back on the wagon, so to speak. Here's to Fitness! HUZZAH!

11/14/13 Wake up weight: 213 lbs Food log 1. Breakfast Chorizo con huevo y Queso with salsaFour strips of baconAcai Berry juice2. Lunch ​Salad with peppers,ham.bacon, and balsamic dressingWaterAppleand orange slices.3. Din-Din Paleo Spagetti with mixed veggies and meat balls*Acai Berry juiceA spoonful of peanut butter ( for my sweet tooth) * So, I completed a part of my side quest with this dish! Achievement : A caveman is born! Workout log Workout duration: 41 minutes 1. Warm up 1 lap walking1 lap jogging1 lap running1 lap jogging1 lap walkingTotal distance: 5/6 mile* 2. Workout Pull ups (assisted): 2 sets; 6 reps, 2 reps; weight (-70lbs)Incline twists: 3 sets; 10 reps; weight 8lbsPush ups: 3 sets; 5 repsSide lunges; 3 sets; 10 reps; weight 45lbsSmith machine rows; 3 sets; 5 repsRows; 3 sets; 5 reps, 8 reps, 15 reps; weight 100lbs, 70lbs, 40lbs* I found out that the track I run on is actually 1/6 mile per lap. Grade Food: A- Workout: A Side Quest Achievement: Unlocked

Those look awesome! I would probably wear those everywhere, slowly losing friends who were tired of me sneaking up on them.

I figured it be like that. What brands are good for climbing/bouldering, and are on the cheap side? I really want to try it, after my six week challenge. I have access to a rock wall at my school, but I don't really have any gear for it.

Hello everyone! I'm a rookie Assassin, look for a good pair of shoes, specifically for climbing, parkour, free running, maybe even for bouldering. Anyone have an idea of what, where, and how much?

11/13/13 Wake up weight: 212lbs Food Log 1.Breakfast omelette with peppers,onions, salsa, and cheeseWake JuiceWater 2.Lunch Two skinless chicken chicken breasts, grilledMixed veggies, a little cheese sauceRe-fried BeansWater 3.Din-Din Two chicken thighsTwo glasses of Wake Juice Grade Food: B- So, I did ok today. I did cut down on my cheese intake, although I still had beans today, but my mom decided to make my lunch today, so I can't say no to Momma. All in all not a bad day food wise. Workout: N/A

Hey Shamrock, It's great to have in the guild! I wouldn't mind at all if we kept each other honest in our quest to be healthy and fit. So feel free to message me, and I'll do the same for you occasionally! Are you doing a six week challenge? And as for Paleo recipes, the only ones I know of are on the NerdFitness Blog, so any ideas would be great! I did come up with a Paleo version of Chile Relleno using Almond flour and shredded chicken and salsa instead of cream cheese. It tastes great!

Sounds good! I really don't want to injure myself when I just started, that would be unfortunate.

This is a great video! I think I'll add the Crow pose to my workout.