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@stevedrake27019 күн бұрын
@@fitman046e will do. I really appreciate your channel. I’m 36 years old. And you inspire me to lift for another 30 years ! Keep up the great work!
@jameshouck44026 күн бұрын
More in the tank
@fitman046e26 күн бұрын
That's exactly what I thought after watching the video.
@dansmith9724Ай бұрын
Well done 👍
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you sir.
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
Congratulations Steven! I saw you lift on the livestream. You did even better than last year. I hope you keep up the improvement all the way to worlds (assuming you are going?)
@fitman046eАй бұрын
I'm hoping that I can continue to improve and stay injury free. I feel I can continue to improve in the squat and deadlift, which will certainly improve my total. How's your training coming along Bill. Are you ready for your Nationals ?
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
@@fitman046e If you have put 20 or 30 k on your total through better squat and deadlifts in a few months, I'm sure you have a lot to come. My training has been varied. Still lots of niggling injuries. I have made a bit of progress on squat but I've gone backward on bench and deads. So I've decided to skip nationals and do a local total comp later in the year.
@fitman046e29 күн бұрын
@@billwestwater3098 I'm sorry to hear that you're missing the Nationals, but I get it. When battling injuries it's hard to keep a good mindset. Best of luck with your recovery and feeling better.
@GYM-TomАй бұрын
Congratulations Steven! 👍💪
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you Tom.
@greybeard150Ай бұрын
Well done young man.. keeping composure after misses really really well done. Congrats!
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you sir.
@greybeard150Ай бұрын
Crush it!
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you sir.
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
Best of luck Stephen!👍 I will try and watch the livestream if I can remember
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you Bill. Keep me posted with your upcoming event.
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
@@fitman046e Will do, Stephen. I'm actually having 2nd thoughts about doing it now🙄I'll decide this weekend if I'm going to do it
@anttikuisma6283Ай бұрын
Great job! Congratulation!
@dansmith9724Ай бұрын
Good stuff👍
@fitman046eАй бұрын
Thank you sir.
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
Hey Stephen, glad to hear you're sticking with it, despite the niggles and injuries. It doesn't get any easier does it? I'm currently prepping for UK Masters Nationals on June 8th. Been battling some SI joint issues myself, and shoulder pain, not enough to stop me training, but just enough to make me a bit tentative. I have decided to pres on regardless. Good luck with your prep👍
@fitman046eАй бұрын
How has your training coming along ? Are your numbers improving from last year ? It definitely makes it challenging when you're fighting nagging injuries. Are you planning on going to South Africa if you prevail at this years UK Nationals ?
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
@@fitman046e Training has been mixed. Squat Good, Deadlift OK, and bench not ok. I would go to South Africa, if I got the chance, but my chance of winning nationals is very small, as there is more opposition this year. How about you?
@fitman046eАй бұрын
@@billwestwater3098 I think I have a fair chance if I can hold it together. I'll have a better idea after the 17 of this month. I really won't know until then how others perform. I can look at the past and see what they did a year or two ago, but you never know where they are currently at.
@billwestwater3098Ай бұрын
@@fitman046e Excellent, that's positive then. Best of luck at Nationals💪
@AneRascic2 ай бұрын
Great video Steven. Greetings from Sarajevo!
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank very much
@AneRascic2 ай бұрын
Bravo!
@GYM-Tom2 ай бұрын
4/11/24: Steven, how are you doing now at age 65? Looking forward to seeing your next video. Tom
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Hey Tom, Recovering from a sinus infection that has sapped my strength. Not sure when the next video will post. I have the Nationals coming up May 17 in Austin Texas. I may post one before that event. How are you sir ?
@GYM-Tom2 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e I’m doing well. I hope you get well soon. Thanks for your response.
@jamiastallworth35962 ай бұрын
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@jamesmonroe32652 ай бұрын
I’m somewhere in the neighborhood at335 And I’ve got about two months before my 64th birthday. Not sure if it’s possible but would love to do 405, now my problem is not necessarily the lockout is the first 2 inches off my chest that I struggle with any suggestions
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
I think anything is possible. Benching 335 at 63 is a pretty good bench press. Things that always help are strengthening stabilizer muscles, staying tight and using proper leg drive by engaging your glutes. Incorporating pause reps may help you with getting the bar off your chest. Also consider overloads with a slingshot.
@jamesmonroe32652 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e thank you 👍
@aborigine7772 ай бұрын
My favorite device is bench blocz.
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Great tool for lockouts.
@meinrein44322 ай бұрын
He sounds like his wife.
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
That's funny.
@That-Truck-Guy222 ай бұрын
If hes 64 then im 150!
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Actually I turned 65 three days after this lift which was last Saturday. Thank you for the comment.
@russianbeginner6432 ай бұрын
We gotta need an OHP lift video I bet you can do 225 EASY
@victore83422 ай бұрын
No. 225 at 64 would be insane. This is beyond insanity bro
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you sir. It was a real grind. I started back powerlifting after almost a 30 year absence hopefully to encourage people as they get older not to give up on life.
@Mani260319812 ай бұрын
Slow and steady...and nicely done! Brilliant Sir!!
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@JoseSantos-dl7vl3 ай бұрын
Jose from Cpk outstanding!!!
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@MetalMikeOfficial3 ай бұрын
Nicely done! 😤😤
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@wilfredkooser66853 ай бұрын
Steve nice lift
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
Thank you Fred.
@TheNextGronk3 ай бұрын
bro held it up…
@dexterrr91633 ай бұрын
Im no powerlifter and my biggest challenge has been bench pressing over 135. Im not a strong guy at 5'7 weighing 145, my squat max is 225, deadlift is 245. But it feels so hard to push over 135pounds, maybe its related to my left arm injury ten years ago but i believe thats healed 100%.
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
The great news is that you're training and improving your muscle strength. Unless you're powerlifting and competing it really doesn't matter if you're lifting heavy. Before I started powerlifting 3 years ago I did not lift heavy. There are many things that can help you increase the amount of weight you're lifting. First is technique. With the bench remember to bring your elbows in like you're bending the bar. Don't let your elbows flare out. Make sure that you set up in such a manner that you can drive your knees out as you push the bar up. Work to increase the strength in your stabilizer muscles especially your rear delts and your lats. Most of all make sure you're having fun with it and don't see it as a job. Train hard and stay safe.
@BUFFALO_cougar_slayer3 ай бұрын
Why not just do a JM press?
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
The JM press is a very good exercise. It's just my opinion that the close grip is better for bench press lockouts because you can add more weight to this pressing movement.
@billmiller99203 ай бұрын
Best wishes to you my friend on your great progress
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@andrewp19983 ай бұрын
Great
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@andrewp19982 ай бұрын
Like to see the program setup for bp..
@fitman046e2 ай бұрын
@@andrewp1998 Since hiring a coach we max out about every 6 weeks then drop down to 70% of the new max and start over. Every week after the bench portion of the workout he makes sure that we train the stabilizer muscle groups and changes these exercises weekly.
@mohmadnavruzov38673 ай бұрын
никогда нахуй не понимал нахера делать 1 повторение с большим весом …. Это для того чтобы просто потешить свое эго + порвать свои связки , растянуть свои мышцы и выть от боли ,бля хуёво как то но бля я поднял энное количество веса на 1 раз .Тьфу на вас кто таким занимается ,ребят не майтесь такой хуйней если вы не хотите заниматься профессионально пауэрлифтингом …
@dansmith97243 ай бұрын
Good idea doing short video's 👍
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@Imonlyalienafterall3 ай бұрын
That's great
@HungLikeTung3 ай бұрын
That dude looks YOUNG for 64, he's in good shape
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Well thank you. My birthday is this coming Saturday. I'll be 65 on the 16th.
@GYM-Tom3 ай бұрын
@@fitman046eHappy 65th Birthday Steven! Great work in this video as always. You’re an inspiration to me- I’ll be 65 in October. 👍
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
@@GYM-Tom Thank you sir. Having a coach is helping. He's able to correct my form and push me to be better.
@cindydean1753 ай бұрын
You did a great job!! I'm happy for you that you met your goal!
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you Cindy. Now it's time to set a new goal. lol
@dansmith97243 ай бұрын
Good stuff mate, well done. Outlifting most of the young whipper-snappers 😉👍
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you sir. Hopefully with now having a coach I'll continue to see improvement. Best wishes with your training.
@dansmith97243 ай бұрын
@fitman046e I think if your coach keeps putting those sneaky wt increases on your lifts, you will be squatting 500lb in no time 🤣👍
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
@@dansmith9724 That would be excellent. I'm looking forward to seeing how far my coach can take me. I never had a coach, but I see how important it can be having someone that can assess my weaknesses and make corrections.
@billwestwater30983 ай бұрын
Things going really great there Stephen. Nice lifting!! What are your comp plans for this year?
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you Bill The Nationals are coming up in a couple months and I have registered to compete there and hopefully return to the World Championships in October. What about you Bill ? How's your training coming along and when will you be competing ?
@billwestwater30983 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e His Stephen, I'm hopefully going to compete at our nationals in June (injuries permitting), and then we'll see about Worlds, that depends on a number of factors beyond my control. My biggest goal for the year is to try and squat 200kg by the end of the year
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
@@billwestwater3098 Squating 200kg would be an excellent weight for our age and weight division. I'm hoping that I get a chance to return to the Worlds this year. Last year I knew that I was still a year away from being competitive, plus when I got there I was dealing with an injury. I'm hoping things work out for the both of us, it would be good to see you again my friend.
@billwestwater30983 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e Yes, it would be great to go to World's again, Competition for a place is much stiffer for me this year. Like you, if I go again I'd like to be a bit more competitive. We shall see. Good luck Stephen!☺
@Lakefilms3 ай бұрын
Way to go brother, inspiring!
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@wilfredkooser66853 ай бұрын
Looking real good Steve
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you Fred. I think hiring the coach will pay dividends.
@lisacarpenter11573 ай бұрын
Good job baby! ❤
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
Thank you baby.
@Some_Idiot_Online3 ай бұрын
when you started with 130 and 225 i was like cap. i can tell you can do more.
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
I'm still learning as I go. Just recently learned how to keep my elbows from flaring out by pretending to bend the bar. Hope that makes sense.
@Some_Idiot_Online3 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e ah. my main thing for me is just how far down should i let the bar go. it doesn't feel right on a smiths machine to let it touch my chest honestly so i usually bench above that by an inch or 2. i see people usually want the full range of motion though so not really sure what "counts" as a full bench. i bench mainly for my chest and not for my back so i lay mostly flat.
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
@@Some_Idiot_Online It really depends on what you want to achieve. If you want to develop your chest there are many exercises that you can do without even getting on the bench that will give you the same benefits. If you're wanting to improve your bench then technique is very important. With elbows in the bar should come down below your chest in a natural motion. Leg drive is very important and beneficial when done correctly. Believe it or not strengthening your back and shoulders will really help too. Good luck with your training and stay safe.
@Some_Idiot_Online3 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e thanks m8
@hollybanville4743 ай бұрын
Are you natty?
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
I'm sorry, but what does natty mean ? When I looked it up this is the definition that I got. Natty means current in style, both of dress and manners.
@trentriver3 ай бұрын
I am almost 70, 175 pounds and bench 235 on a good day ... have no idea where that puts me as I am just a recreational lifter.
@fitman046e3 ай бұрын
There is a site I use to determine where I stand along side my peers for squat bench and deadlift. It's a powerlifting calculator and based on the info you gave me it shows that you would be in the top 2% for your age and weight with a # 235 bench press.
@trentriver3 ай бұрын
@@fitman046eWow -thanks. Much appreciated.
@johnrambo42454 ай бұрын
Its bench press The end
@GYM-Tom4 ай бұрын
Steven, your message here is Important to all of us Seniors- hiring a coach can help you improve your skills in your favorite sports and help you to enjoy them more. I did this for golf a few years ago, and my scores improved by 8 to 10 strokes per round- FUN! It can work for Running, Tennis, Pickle ball, Swimming, or whatever activities you enjoy. I may also do it for weight training in the near future. You’re already an inspiration for me, Steven! I’m looking forward to seeing your progress. Tom
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
Thank you Tom. I feel blessed that I am able to encourage others no matter what extra curricular activity they choose. Hope you're doing fine Tom. I just registered for this years Nationals which will be the third weekend in May. Hopefully the coaching will pay dividends.
@billwestwater30984 ай бұрын
Hey Stephen, good move it seems. It's just finding someone you can get on with. I have been thinking of hiring one since Worlds, but just haven't got round to it. Hope it all works out for you
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
Hey Bill, How's your training coming along ? Can you believe that 58 year old woman squatting 188K for triples and 215K for a single rep ? I was pleasantly surprised. I would love to be able to squat that much.
@billwestwater30984 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e Yes, it is amazing. I would too!! Mind you, begs the question; why doesn't she compete? That must be over the world record at whatever IPF M2 weight class she would be in
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
@@billwestwater3098 She does compete but not in the IPF. She competes in the USPA and holds a World record. My coach told me that he first started coaching her 5 years ago and at that time she was squatting around 102K.
@aborigine7774 ай бұрын
I will be using bdywt push-ups, pull-ups, chin-ups and dips for my assistance work and bodyweight cardio.
@aborigine7774 ай бұрын
Your chest is impressive 💪🏿💪🦍🦬🤎🔥💣
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
Thank you sir.
@aborigine7774 ай бұрын
I am 64 yrs young and luckily i am working towards a even feet-up cgbp and thumbs-length inclined-bench pre$$. I never flat bench with feet on floor. I use 2 grips for all benching and pre$$ing the thumbs-length and knurl@smooth grips. My chest is thick as fuck for a 175lbs male at 5ft7" short guy lol!!. My goal is 225lbs x 10 on thumbs-length inclined-bench pre$$ by birthday on July 14, 2024. I am currently at 150 x 10 in thumbs-length inclined-bench pre$$.
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
Isolating the chest is much harder because you don't have any leg drive. Proper leg drive is important for increasing the amount of weight you lift. With that said elevating your legs off the floor will isolate your chest more, so it doesn't surprise me that you have a very thick chest. Keep up the good work and stay safe while training.
@Procharmo4 ай бұрын
Great lift. You really are keeping that strength going. Great form!!!
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
I never hired a coach before. This is my first day with my coach. He had me change my feet placement wider because that's the way I squat. This little adjustment gave me more leg drive. He believes that he can help me improve by 20% in the 3 compound movements. Keeping my fingers crossed. Thank you for the comment.
@Procharmo4 ай бұрын
@@fitman046e And thank you for the tip, I'll try this out this evening....
@fitman046e4 ай бұрын
@@Procharmo I think it works if you squat wide, but it may not work if you squat shoulder width apart.