The Natural Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 hey guys im looking to hear from people who know exactly what it takes to get the last bit of the coc3progress has all but stopped on the 3, reps with the 2 and 2.5 are improving and negatives with the jbf gripper are improving but the last cm of the 3 refuses to be beatin what worked for you? Just keep training hard on everything except grippers. The centimeter will become a milimeter, then you will close it. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikingsrule92 Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 whoa! just checked in to see whats happend on this thread lately and my my! well thanks alot for all the great advice collering and filling my grippers might be the way forward however what isnt the way forward is me being less the civil with a curt response. his lack of charm didnt warrent mine. i do apologise to anyone i may have offended, sincerely i didnt mean to come off as rude. now anyone remaning offended isnt someone i want to be friends with anyway. the nice people will realise with time im not a bad person and the grumpy people will stay grumpy...back to the matter at hand i saw some pic posted on this thread of a collerd crush, they had used a big washer. where does one find an erray of different washers! fun times cheers guys and sorry once again You actually don't need washers, and they are more of an inconvenience then benefit. Just get a hose clamp and put it around the top of the handles, then adjust as needed for distance between the handles. Most people also put electrical/athletic/grip tape under the hose clamp so as not to screw up the knurling on their grippers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grippster Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Use the other hand to assist with the close and then hold it there like your life depends on it. I don't know if everyone tends to be like this, but I find my body is willing to give out more power if I'm just holding rather than actually moving something. Also, make sure you're holding that sucker correctly, the set is actually a lot more important than some people think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kailogan Posted November 20, 2008 Author Share Posted November 20, 2008 I came here to say i dont like when someone post any kind of offense (calling Mike "retard" its totally non-sense Period!)if Kailogan had the chance to read his previous posts, he would notice HOW smart Mike is. cheers ewok but if you have looked at this post and how it began then you might have noticed his introduction to me as a "newbie" was maybe not as great as it could be, id hope he isnt reflective of the mannor of all the vetrans here!? seriously what was he expecting? - "awww cheers mike i hadnt thought of that, oh silly me il just get stronger then" is that anyway for an vetran to handle an honest question? more over iv apologiesed for my transgretions... unlike someone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autolupus Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 I came here to say i dont like when someone post any kind of offense (calling Mike "retard" its totally non-sense Period!)if Kailogan had the chance to read his previous posts, he would notice HOW smart Mike is. cheers ewok but if you have looked at this post and how it began then you might have noticed his introduction to me as a "newbie" was maybe not as great as it could be, id hope he isnt reflective of the mannor of all the vetrans here!? seriously what was he expecting? - "awww cheers mike i hadnt thought of that, oh silly me il just get stronger then" is that anyway for an vetran to handle an honest question? more over iv apologiesed for my transgretions... unlike someone I have not apologised as I have nothing to apologise for! As Twig has pointed out, the question asked was answered, one could make an inference as to the real question being asked and answer that, but I chose to answer later in spite of being called a retard. I will however apologise for the fact that this seemed to show a lack of charm! The answer I gave "Getting stronger", again as has been pointed out, was, although meant to be a little provocative, not something to be dismissed so lightly. A holistic approach to getting stronger will serve you well in EVERY field. I did not merely mean get your hands stronger! All this said, I hold no grudges and accept your apology. I do feel though, that my contribution has probably helped make this a more interesting thread than it may have otherwise been. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah!!! Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 You are a great person Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autolupus Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 You are a great person Mike Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kailogan Posted November 20, 2008 Author Share Posted November 20, 2008 You are a great person Mike Thanks. your going back on yourself now man, did you actually think that would actually help? if yes then what i said about your being a retard was only mildly exagerated just admit you were being a tit, your friends will forgive you and il get over it with time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twig Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 PM sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloyd80s Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Be more diplomatatic in the way you respond to people, you'll just piss people off otherwise. Calling ANYBODY a retard isn't nice. Just MHO. If the matter in hand still remains to be looked at, then try all of the things that people have listed. You'll find most people on the gripboard just want to help. The last CM of the #3 may only seem a small distance but these 10mm are a huge ladder to climb. There's no one thing or tip that will get you there fast. Take your time and look at introducing one thing at a time into your training. Step by step and week by week you may be able to knock of 1mm at a time and reach you goal. For me though, you can't beat heavy negs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKtheGreek Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Q.I wanna be able to dunk a basketball any advice? A. Jump higher Not very helpful imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubgeezer Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 A holistic approach to getting stronger will serve you well in EVERY field. I did not merely mean get your hands stronger!All this said, I hold no grudges and accept your apology. I do feel though, that my contribution has probably helped make this a more interesting thread than it may have otherwise been. Yeah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Sam Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Hi. I tryed to get there (close the 3) fast, just as you, and i tried everything everytime i gripped. Naturaly it made me wonder, what was it that actually worked? I Ibelive that being a climber for 15 years made my hands tollerate the massiv abuse (negs, chokers, overcrushes, strapholds, repps, timed holds) i put them trough and im glad for that. The thing i would have to say made THE differance for me was chokerwork (great mental boost to be able to close) and learn how to set the hevyer grippers in the hand. I got a lot of good advice here when i was starting out 7-8 months ago so i will try to give something back whenever i can, hope you naill it soon! Jonas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teemu I Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 For choker training, read my article that's in my blog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grippster Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Come to think of it, I've considered chokers but I was kind of afraid to get one b/c I thought the gripper spring would get soft from it. Or is that only cheap ones that soften in a choke? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikingsrule92 Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Come to think of it, I've considered chokers but I was kind of afraid to get one b/c I thought the gripper spring would get soft from it. Or is that only cheap ones that soften in a choke? It's only HGs, others won't season at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autolupus Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 getting stronger isnt a technique its the result im looking for. i shouldnt need to explain this thought we wer grown ups herenor am i after a "magic bullet" but if youve nothing to add then not sure why you posted? if anyone thinks they can add some intelligent help id really like to hear it i refuse to believe that i know everything and that i should just keep plugging away with what im doing now! Just out of interest kailogan, how often do you squat and deadlift and what sort of numbers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubgeezer Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Just out of interest kailogan, how often do you squat and deadlift and what sort of numbers? Yeah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grippster Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Come to think of it, I've considered chokers but I was kind of afraid to get one b/c I thought the gripper spring would get soft from it. Or is that only cheap ones that soften in a choke? It's only HGs, others won't season at all. Alright, it's time to buy those good quality grippers. I'm going to start working on a #3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kailogan Posted November 29, 2008 Author Share Posted November 29, 2008 well i love deadlift but ugh squats!!!!! they Four score and seven years ago I am the MAN because I swear and I want everyone to know how manly I am by using profanity. me right off! lately iv got into them, started to try more dynamic stuff, love clean and press and dumbell snatch deadlift 155kgs - clean and press 75k - dumbell snatch 42k im stil not rocking but im trying! i only weigh 73kilos tho so i see where your going with this, if i was heavier no doubt id likely be stronger but im trying to not get to big in the wrong way i value my strenght to weight ratio, id hate not being able to do pull ups for example, training for a one handed pull up at the moment and im so close to doing the splits! juggling lots of plates isnt a good idea to acheive things quickly but lifes not a short race so i just keep plugging at it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kailogan Posted December 3, 2008 Author Share Posted December 3, 2008 CLOSED THE 3!!!! WITH THE COLLAR.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twig Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Good lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lol999 Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Nice one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalachiMcMullen Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 (edited) well i love deadlift but ugh squats!!!!! they Four score and seven years ago I am the MAN because I swear and I want everyone to know how manly I am by using profanity. me right off! lately iv got into them, started to try more dynamic stuff, love clean and press and dumbell snatchdeadlift 155kgs - clean and press 75k - dumbell snatch 42k im stil not rocking but im trying! i only weigh 73kilos tho so i see where your going with this, if i was heavier no doubt id likely be stronger but im trying to not get to big in the wrong way i value my strenght to weight ratio, id hate not being able to do pull ups for example, training for a one handed pull up at the moment and im so close to doing the splits! juggling lots of plates isnt a good idea to acheive things quickly but lifes not a short race so i just keep plugging at it Don't worry about gaining weight and having trouble doing the splits or OAC. I think it was Alexey Voeveda(correct me if I'm wrong armwrestlers) that could do an ugly OAC at 270lbs, there is another guy in the Dale Harder books that could do them at 265. Tom Platz could do the splits with those beastly sequoias he called legs. Dave Whitley, Senior RKC can do them too if I remember right and he's not gymnast skinny I'm actually nearing a full split as well Edited December 3, 2008 by MalachiMcMullen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 well i love deadlift but ugh squats!!!!! they Four score and seven years ago I am the MAN because I swear and I want everyone to know how manly I am by using profanity. me right off! lately iv got into them, started to try more dynamic stuff, love clean and press and dumbell snatchdeadlift 155kgs - clean and press 75k - dumbell snatch 42k im stil not rocking but im trying! i only weigh 73kilos tho so i see where your going with this, if i was heavier no doubt id likely be stronger but im trying to not get to big in the wrong way i value my strenght to weight ratio, id hate not being able to do pull ups for example, training for a one handed pull up at the moment and im so close to doing the splits! juggling lots of plates isnt a good idea to acheive things quickly but lifes not a short race so i just keep plugging at it Don't worry about gaining weight and having trouble doing the splits or OAC. I think it was Alexey Voeveda(correct me if I'm wrong armwrestlers) that could do an ugly OAC at 270lbs, there is another guy in the Dale Harder books that could do them at 265. Tom Platz could do the splits with those beastly sequoias he called legs. Dave Whitley, Senior RKC can do them too if I remember right and he's not gymnast skinny I'm actually nearing a full split as well Let's not forget Jean Claude van Damme. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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