Overview
This session features John Meadows leading a prize winner, Clint from Toledo, through an intensive leg workout combining powerlifting and bodybuilding techniques, with participation and support from Paul of Bullfrog Nutrition. The session includes detailed instructions, form feedback, and promotion of the Bullfrog Nutrition brand and its expansion.
Session Introduction & Context
- Clint won a training session via a drawing at Bullfrog Nutrition.
- Despite a snowstorm, Clint traveled from Toledo to participate.
- Paul, owner of Bullfrog Nutrition, is expanding with a new store in Perrysburg.
- The session aims to provide Clint with a challenging and rewarding workout.
Squat Training (Powerlifting Focus)
- Eight sets of four reps using a speed and explosiveness focus.
- Counting system involves moving between stations and marking sets.
- Bench used as a substitute for box squats to allow for deeper range.
- Emphasis on light weights, maximum speed, and good form for athletic benefits.
- Feedback given on form, depth, and proper explosive technique.
Leg Press / Hip Press (Bodybuilding Focus)
- Three sets of eight reps, with the last two reps of each set being particularly challenging.
- Deep knee angle and outward stance targets inner thighs (adductors).
- Closer stance shifts emphasis to quads and teardrop.
- Drop set performed: wide stance, then close stance, slowing tempo towards the end to focus on form.
- Final reps include partials, deep breaths, and emphasis on maintaining proper tempo.
Pendulum Squat
- Working set performed with a weight manageable for 10 reps but pushed to 20.
- Preliminary sets with low reps to reach working weight.
- Emphasis on mental toughness to squeeze out additional reps beyond failure.
Leg Curl
- Performed after quads are fully pumped to shift blood flow to hamstrings.
- Includes a normal set, followed by a "death set" with drop sets and partials.
- Final stage includes holding contraction and slow release to maximize effect.
Brand & Supporter Recognition
- John thanks Clint for supporting the brand and recognizes the work put into product formulas.
- Paul’s support and the upcoming new Bullfrog Nutrition store in Perrysburg are highlighted.
- Call to Ohio residents to support Bullfrog Nutrition, with new location opening in summer.
Closing Remarks
- Session concludes with acknowledgment of the workout's difficulty and expressions of appreciation to the participants and supporters.
- Encouragement for viewers to follow on social media and support the brand.
Action Items
- Summer – Paul: Open new Bullfrog Nutrition store in Perrysburg.