30 Seconds SummaryMeet Report: 100% Raw NC State Championships
- The athlete peaked for the first time, managing heavy lifts weeks before the meet: 625 lbs in both deadlift and squat, and a heavy bench just 4 days out.
- Used a block periodization model for training, shifting from higher volume to higher intensity close to the meet, despite mental challenges of feeling like not doing enough.
- Emphasized hydration the week of the meet, consuming 2 gallons of water per day, and successfully made weight at 217.4 lbs after water cut.
- Post weigh-in, engaged in a significant meal including burgers, grapefruit juice, ice cream, and chips to increase bloat, a preferred state for competing.
- Despite only 2 hours of sleep due to a hot apartment, remained positive about the impact of acute sleep deprivation on performance, potentially increasing adrenaline.
- Performance review: achieved a 25 lb PR in squat with a final lift of 650 lbs, faced timing issues in bench with a final miss at 435 lbs, and successfully lifted 645 lbs in deadlift.
- Total lifted was 1714 lbs, surpassing a previous drug-tested raw record, underscoring significant personal and competitive achievements.
- Highlighted the camaraderie and support among competitors and credited his performance to his support system including family, friends, and trainers.
Stronger By Science
Greg Nuckols
