Eugene...done!

US Nationals did not go well at all. Of course I learned a huge detail when it comes to training which will be greatly noted for future use! I excited my nervous system too early in the week allowing my body to respond greatly on Fri/Sat but was absolutely down on Sunday. This is the 2nd time this year that I went to US Nationals (indoor then outdoor) and was flat. It was impossible to get an adrenaline rush. That's whats crazy about this sport. Everything needs to be perfect. There is no "man-handling," there is no geting pumped up or thinking of cues. It's graceful with alot of force being applied and it needs to be done within .5 seconds. If the nervous system is not there, the shot will not go. If the nervous system is not there the juices will not flow...I have done this a few times in the past and it has become an occuring event.... I need to really learn from this. I will be competing at the Club Championships in 2 weeks in NY, taking a week off and then starting up the training again. I hope to throw decent at this meet in 2 weeks..we'll see! In the meantime I will be focusing more energy towards Jersey Trash Clothing and a new supplement project. Later!

At the Garage

Well this is the week. US Nationals are taking place in Eugene Oregon and I will be competing Sunday. I am currently in Reading Pa. working with Dane Miller of Garage Strength. Training today went okay. We forgot the tape to measure the end throws but I believe they were at 61, Dane feels they are at 63. If they are at 63, that would be a good sign. As the week goes on I improve in distance. Well, I have one more day here of training then I head back in NJ for the flight out on Thursday morning. Of course I will be representing Jersey Trash Clothing this weekend. Read more at Jersey Trash Clothing News to see who we are also sponsoring! Keep your head on a swivel.

June 8th 2009

The NJ International Meet was a success! This year there were 18+ Open Men's shot putters with the throws ranging from 53-66+ feet! Rhueben Williams who is currently training in Georgia with Reese Hoffa hit a lifetime PR at 20.25m (66.6) and I hit a second lifetime best of 19.91m (65.4) This roughly puts me 11th or so in the country leading into the US T&F Championships in Eugene Oregon. Now the main thing for me to do is work on hitting my best throw in the first six throws of practice and to get some rest. With my work schedule being inconsistant it is hard to keep my sleep pattern consistant. SO, I am figuring that problem out as we speak. Also, Jersey Trash Clothing is currently sponsoring the band APRILMAY www.myspace.com/aprilmaynj and Daniel Gray www.danielgrayworld.com so check them out... and we are currently waiting to hear back from The Warp Tour! Now back to work!

Arizona Long Snapping & shot putting

I was suppose to fly out Thursday but the flight was over sold and I was stuck in here until Friday. Once I got out there I had to immediately drive to Arizona State University and workout with Coach Zauner. I was skeptical on what would happen after sitting on a plane for 4.5 hours and rushing around. As I snapped he noticed my technique change 3 times (which is not a good thing) Once he showed me the technique I was able to get off some good snaps. "I have good speed and strength but being 29, teams usually go with the younger guys." I have 3 weeks to work on my form then I will contact Coach Z. This is his reputation so for him to make calls on my behalf he has to believe that I can do it. So, as of now its 50/50 as for him helping. We'll see. I wish I would have played ball in College and never picked up this damn shot...snapping is alot easier! Later that day I went to John Godina World Throws Center where I got a quick workout in. After this day I was physically and mentally in the shitter! Saturday I made the trip down to Tuscon for the Tuscon Elite Meet. It's great to be around people who are just crazy athletic looking and intense in what they do. It rubs off! I felt good other than a tired lower right back and right leg. I ended up hitting 63.5ft (season best) with 2 fouls a bit further. With one more meet before the US Nationals in Oregon, I am really trying to focus on technical aspects of the throw. It sucks being back in "reality." I am staying positive though. With Jersey Trash Clothing moving forward and the production of an amazing supplement in the works by my college buddy Mike Allen and myself...the future is looking good. Maybe I will be able to make it to more events!

3 Phases out from US Nationals 4 days out from Coach Zauner!

I have been asked what my training day looks like... So here we go:
Warm-up (dyanamic stretches)
Throw (14x16lb shot 8x12lb shot)
Long snap 10-15 snaps
Lift(Close grip snatch 2x80kilo, V-ups 2x15, RDL's 60lb DB's 2x8, Hanging leg raises 2x10, Step ups 135 2x5-90 degrees, Bench press 265 3x5 4 sec negative to bounce bench) All concentrating on being explosive.
Long Snap 10-15 snaps
Specific Strength exercises(35lb half turns to throw 2x15 & 4kilo throws for height 2x15)
Long snap 10-15 snaps
Static stretch

Long Snapping?

It looks like in 3 weeks I will be going to Arizona to snap for NFL Coach legend Coach Zauner. I am very excited for the oppurtunity. I will also be competing at the Tuscon Elite meet. I will keep everyong posted.

here is the video Coach Zauner saw...

Good weather, Good day!

I have started working with lighter shots last week and my body is begining to respond well to the implement. I will be competing this Saturday at Princeton University which will be my 5th day of throwing for the week. Just trying to get the reps in!

To let everyone know my throwing scheme for the week:
Monday: 12 throws w/ 14lb shot then 10 throws w/20lb shot (fun times)
Tues: 24 throws w/ 16lb shot
Thursday 12 throws w/14lb shot then 10 throws w/20lb shot(PR today 54.5ft)
Friday: taking 6-8 throws w/ 16lb shot then lifting etc. Cutting back on throws just so I can throw somewhat well at princeton. I will post how I do Sat. evening.

Also, be sure to check out www.jerseytrashclothing.com We are up and running and this summer will be huge in getting the name out to the public. Keep tabs on what is going on by checking out the blog at the jerseytrashclothing site! And tell everyone! I need to eat!