The Maryland Powerlifting Report 4/14/08
Results:
March 29- ADAU Pennsylvania State Open Powerlifting & Great Lakes Bench Press (Erie, PA); click here
Periodization and the Annual Training Plan - Part One
By Matt Gary
Serious and quantifiable improvement, in any quest, necessitates specific goals and objectives with imposed deadlines. If you merely want to get stronger this year, then visit your local gym and start working out. But, if you wanted to squat 500 pounds by June 1, then clearly defined and methodical training is essential.
In part one of this article series, I will give a brief historical account of Periodization then define how it applies to training methodology. I will elaborate on the importance of implementing a defined and time-segmented plan into your arsenal. I will also introduce the annual training plan including the different phases that comprise the year. Characteristics of each phase as well as the phase’s time components will be discussed. Lastly, I’ll present some figures illustrating the Periodization of an annual plan.
It has been said, “If you fail to plan, you may as well plan to fail.” Achieving precise goals requires appropriate planning. Proper planning requires a systematic approach of mapping out methods and strategies at suitable time intervals to ensure task completion. In the realm of athletics and sports, planning is germane to preparing for competition and helping athletes achieve high levels of training and performance. Without blueprints or roadmap directing you toward a goal, the probability of successful achievement is dubious. Your plans should not be so rigid and inflexible to the extent of compromising the integrity of the mission. Coaches and athletes need to be able to discern when to back off and when to push one’s limits. The annual plan simply serves as an outline to direct and focus your efforts.
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To read more articles written by Matt, click here.
From Critical Bench; John Dolan Interview
First 600+ Bencher in the 100% RAW Federation
Interviewed By Ben Tatar of CriticalBench.com
John Dolan is the 100% RAW federations SHW 628 lb raw bencher. He was the first ever to do 600 in the 100% RAW fed and the only one to do it more than once. He also had the highest bench at the Raw Unity Meet.
1) CRITICAL BENCH: John, welcome to Critical Bench. It's great to have you here today. Tell us about yourself!
John Dolan: I am from Chicago Illinois . I am 6'0 and currently compete at SHW. My weight is generally between 310 and 320lbs. I have competed from 242 up. I have been competing since 1995, strictly in the bench. I am thirty seven years old and a Chicago police officer. I am married with three children.
2) CRITICAL BENCH: John, what federations have you competed in?
John Dolan: In the last year I have competed in the 100% RAW federation and the USAPL. I competed in 2005 in 100% RAW and the ADFPF and WDFPF. Prior to that, I competed in the USAPL, AAU, SAAS, NASA and the old ADFPA. I compete in the open division. I only compete raw or unequipped even if there is no division for it.
3) CRITICAL BENCH: What is the most you have bench pressed?
John Dolan: My best lift raw is 610 at SHW, which I hit at the in Bloomington Illinois at the 100% RAW federation meet on September 8, 2007. I have hit 600 and over three separate times in competition (2X at one meet). In 2005 I won the WDFPF unequipped bench press world meet in England.
4) CRITICAL BENCH: John, was your 600lbs bench press for the first time as exciting as benching 610 or 628? What else do you like about powerlifting meets besides PRs and breaking records?
John Dolan: Hitting 600 for the first time was right up there along with hitting 610 and 628, but my favorite parts of powerlifting meets is getting the opportunity to meet so many great people at the meets. I still keep in touch with guys I met from competing in the mid 90's to guys I have met recently
To read more, click here.
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March 29- ADAU Pennsylvania State Open Powerlifting & Great Lakes Bench Press (Erie, PA); click here
Periodization and the Annual Training Plan - Part One
By Matt Gary
Serious and quantifiable improvement, in any quest, necessitates specific goals and objectives with imposed deadlines. If you merely want to get stronger this year, then visit your local gym and start working out. But, if you wanted to squat 500 pounds by June 1, then clearly defined and methodical training is essential.
In part one of this article series, I will give a brief historical account of Periodization then define how it applies to training methodology. I will elaborate on the importance of implementing a defined and time-segmented plan into your arsenal. I will also introduce the annual training plan including the different phases that comprise the year. Characteristics of each phase as well as the phase’s time components will be discussed. Lastly, I’ll present some figures illustrating the Periodization of an annual plan.
It has been said, “If you fail to plan, you may as well plan to fail.” Achieving precise goals requires appropriate planning. Proper planning requires a systematic approach of mapping out methods and strategies at suitable time intervals to ensure task completion. In the realm of athletics and sports, planning is germane to preparing for competition and helping athletes achieve high levels of training and performance. Without blueprints or roadmap directing you toward a goal, the probability of successful achievement is dubious. Your plans should not be so rigid and inflexible to the extent of compromising the integrity of the mission. Coaches and athletes need to be able to discern when to back off and when to push one’s limits. The annual plan simply serves as an outline to direct and focus your efforts.
To read more, click here.
To read more articles written by Matt, click here.
From Critical Bench; John Dolan Interview
First 600+ Bencher in the 100% RAW Federation
Interviewed By Ben Tatar of CriticalBench.com
John Dolan is the 100% RAW federations SHW 628 lb raw bencher. He was the first ever to do 600 in the 100% RAW fed and the only one to do it more than once. He also had the highest bench at the Raw Unity Meet.
1) CRITICAL BENCH: John, welcome to Critical Bench. It's great to have you here today. Tell us about yourself!
John Dolan: I am from Chicago Illinois . I am 6'0 and currently compete at SHW. My weight is generally between 310 and 320lbs. I have competed from 242 up. I have been competing since 1995, strictly in the bench. I am thirty seven years old and a Chicago police officer. I am married with three children.
2) CRITICAL BENCH: John, what federations have you competed in?
John Dolan: In the last year I have competed in the 100% RAW federation and the USAPL. I competed in 2005 in 100% RAW and the ADFPF and WDFPF. Prior to that, I competed in the USAPL, AAU, SAAS, NASA and the old ADFPA. I compete in the open division. I only compete raw or unequipped even if there is no division for it.
3) CRITICAL BENCH: What is the most you have bench pressed?
John Dolan: My best lift raw is 610 at SHW, which I hit at the in Bloomington Illinois at the 100% RAW federation meet on September 8, 2007. I have hit 600 and over three separate times in competition (2X at one meet). In 2005 I won the WDFPF unequipped bench press world meet in England.
4) CRITICAL BENCH: John, was your 600lbs bench press for the first time as exciting as benching 610 or 628? What else do you like about powerlifting meets besides PRs and breaking records?
John Dolan: Hitting 600 for the first time was right up there along with hitting 610 and 628, but my favorite parts of powerlifting meets is getting the opportunity to meet so many great people at the meets. I still keep in touch with guys I met from competing in the mid 90's to guys I have met recently
To read more, click here.
From APT:
APT PowerliftingSinglets,....NOW IN STOCK
APT Powerlifting Singlet
Many New Products added here:
New Products
GIFT of 2" Wide Heavy Basic Lifting Straps and 15% subtracted from your entire order
just for taking a look if you decide to purchase something (no minimum).
Use the code of SINGLET when checking out for your 15% and no charge Lifting Straps.
(don't add the lifting straps to your cart,....we'll simply send them with your order)
More Products to come in about 2 weeks!!
Lift Safe,
Alan P. Thomas, CEO
APT Inc. Pro Gear
ProWristStraps.com
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