Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Self-Assessment

I'm going to take a closer look at my training and really attack my weaknesses from here on out. To start that, I'm going to assess myself and make a list of things I need to work on the most. I will then add this to my programming. Additionally, I'm going to adhere to more strict standards on my WODs.

10 General Physical Skills:

Cardio/Respiratory Endurance: This one has always been easy for me. I don't need to focus here.

Stamina: Same as above. only thing I ever have problems with are pull-ups in late rounds of a long WOD.

Strength: This is my biggest issue. Need to get more time under the bar. Backsquat, deadlift, bench, power cleans, presses overhead.

Flexability: Also an issue. I have tight hamstrings, a fucked up lower back and some decent kyphosis going on in my spine. Gotta hit this more. Wall squats, OHS and using Kris as a resource on the kyphosis and realigning my spine.

Power: Also an issue. Need to work on this. Power Cleans, Sprints, O-lifting, Thrusters, Wall Balls and jumping.

Speed: Not really an issue. I could use some track work at short distances, 100s and 200s only. Just to get up my explosiveness and top speed. Otherwise, no real concerns.

Coordination: Between BJJ and CrossFit, I'm good here nothing needed to enhance coordination training.

Agility: Fighting will take care of this part of training.

Balance: Once agian, squats and fighting. A non-issue

Accuracy: Wallballs are gonna go higher (12 feet if possible and pull-ups are now chest to bar.)

Things I Suck At:
Thrusters, O-Lifts, Wallballs, Presses, OHS, Going really heavy.

Now to attack all these bullshit weaknesses. . .

3 comments:

  1. I like it! Sounds like you have a good plan and are ready to carry it out.

    I'm with you, Josh. You're a strong dude, with a tough attitude. You'll get there in no time!

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  2. Reading Omnivore's Dilemma right now, dude. Been having to work out at 24 Hr Fitness last couple days....sucks. Maybe see you at TCFA before I go out of town. Peace,

    Joe

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  3. Woo hoo, just found your blog! Your assessment looks honest and thorough and I really like how you applied it to the 10.

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