Hello everyone I've been lurking on the forum and more specifically this thread for 4 or so weeks now (don't recall how I first stumbled upon A+A as a tool, but am glad I did) and since discovering it and doing some reading I've implemented an A+A training protocol using 2 handed swings and a 31 kg (70 lbs.) bell. 6 reps is where I am at now and I just completed a session earlier this morning hitting 30 repeats for the first time. Felt strong and powerful through them all and am happy to hit a high mark for myself personally. I'm thinking that once or maybe twice a week starting tomorrow I will incorporate a slight increase in intensity and go for "on the minute" repeats of one handed swings/snatches starting at 10 or 12 minutes and adding 2 minutes as per the article
From "Simple" to Serious Endurance | StrongFirst and other stuff I have read and seen from others.
I'm considering getting a heart rate monitor to get more specific data points and really ensure I am staying aerobic while swinging and doing my aerobic work which consists of rowing, runs, stairclimber, rucks (once the weather and trail conditions improve).
While I do believe I've seen personal improvement I am unsure of something(s)/am wanting some feedback or criticism or whatever because conditioning and being able to work all day and so on is a necessity for my job. In my line of work the idea that if you're not left in a heap on the floor about to throw up from whatever bit of PT you just engaged in you wasted your time is fairly common. While there's merit to being mentally tough I struggle to justify doing this type of "simple, but not easy" work when compared to some other folks I work with who do crossfit type workouts/run harder during training and such. And it is difficult to have my words carry weight because in some cases these individuals are in better shape than I am in some aspects. I am hoping this type of training has sound, noticeable carry over into my work when the time comes. Can any of you fine folks speak to this and give me some peace of mind beyond the bit I've seen? I'll happily provide any extra info if needed to get a better picture of myself, my goals, where I am at etc...