Jim Wendler

Dan@IPG

If Jim Wendler came to Dublin, how excited would you be to see him?

(1) extremely excited
(2) totally hot and bothered
(3) enthused off my rocker
(4) in a tizzy
(5) strangely stimulated
(6) just annoyed
(7) amazingly aroused
(8) remarkably uninspired
(9) would he bring powerbears?
(10) Jim Wendler is a fat powerlifter

itsallaboutheL

B defiantely B or maybe 13... Wait who's this Ger Watler?

brianthebard

Jim's totally dreamy...

Inspector Coptoor

I'd be enthused

podge57

Dan@IPG wrote: »

If Jim Wendler came to Dublin, how excited would you be to see him?

(1) extremely excited
(2) totally hot and bothered
(3) enthused off my rocker
(4) in a tizzy
(5) strangely stimulated
(6) just annoyed
(7) amazingly aroused
(8) remarkably uninspired
(9) would he bring powerbears?
(10) Jim Wendler is a fat powerlifter

all of the above

t-ha

1 and 10. I'd have to wait until he's here to comment on 7.

cardio,shoot me

definitly 7

BossArky

Dan@IPG wrote: »

If Jim Wendler came to Dublin, how excited would you be to see him?

(1) extremely excited
(2) totally hot and bothered
(3) enthused off my rocker
(4) in a tizzy
(5) strangely stimulated
(6) just annoyed
(7) amazingly aroused
(8) remarkably uninspired
(9) would he bring powerbears?
(10) Jim Wendler is a fat powerlifter

When are you bringing him over? November?

I'm going for options 5, 3 and 1. Some laugh if you got him to compete against people at the Crossfit invitational.

itsallaboutheL

BossArky wrote: »

When are you bringing him over? November?

I'm going for options 5, 3 and 1. Some laugh if you got him to compete against people at the Crossfit invitational.

About two chances now Boss None and **** all:p

kevpants

Dan@IPG wrote: »

If Jim Wendler came to Dublin, how excited would you be to see him?

A small bit of pee would probably come out.

Who ?

itsallaboutheL

Deleted User wrote: »

Who ?

As much as it pains me to quote T-Nation:

If you don't know who Jim Wendler is, you're probably not very strong.

Roper

Deleted User wrote: »

Who ?

Lots of Jimfo here http://informedperformance.com/2009/08/wendler-dublin-nov-2009/

itsallaboutheL

itsallaboutheL wrote: »

As much as it pains me to quote T-Nation:

Ah a powerlifter - this would interest me since I love squats, deads and benching.

Can bench my weight, twice over on deads and squat my bodyweight - does that make me strong ? Not compared to the lads on here.

Remmy

well he's no Dave Tate but I so would..

Inspector Coptoor

he's stronger than Dave Tate

squod

I read an interview he did, in it he said his bodywieght was 124kg and
at the time he was benching 306kg, squatting 453kg and deadlifting
317kg.
Which is impressive. Anyone know if he ever took a drug test?

Hanley

squod wrote: »

I read an interview he did, in it he said his bodywieght was 124kg and
at the time he was benching 306kg, squatting 453kg and deadlifting
317kg.
Which is impressive. Anyone know if he ever took a drug test?

I'm sure he took one at some point in his life :D:D

squod

I was recently reading about Magnus Samuelsson. The Sweedish strongman
who always claimed to be drug free.

He has 'similar' stats B/W 150 kg, bench 310kg, deadlift 375kg and a
280kg X 10 squat.

I've always wondered how far people can go without the use of drugs,
or if even drugs are that much benefit anyway to these big 'lifters.

Roper

So start a new topic this one is about how Jim Wendler is a fat powerlifter etc.

squod

Roper wrote: »

So start a new topic this one is about how Jim Wendler is a fat powerlifter etc.

You're correct Roper I should.

justsomebloke

you people need to get out more

squod

Joe the Santa wrote: »

you people need to get out more

It's 1am. I'm in hicksville.

Dan@IPG

I've been in contact with Dave Tate today, as Jim is away until mid next week. Dave offered to make a post here. He may do that, he may post something on his log or similar, or he may do neither. Also, I've asked Jim to post something on his log. Something will go up at Elite, and when it does, we will post the link.

These two guys, Jim and Dave, are remarkable resources. They likely don't have time to answer boards. But, if we compile some good questions here, we can as a group decide what to ask. Then either you or I can ask Jim in person.

Hey, live people are better than the internet!

Dan@IPG

Here's what Dave Tate says:

"I wanted to take a quick moment and post this to make sure anyone who really wants to attend this knows about it far enough ahead of time so they don't get closed out.

While I can spend a hour writing about Jim's credentials and accomplishments I really think his reputation and creditability doesn't really need an introduction but I will make note of one thing that I do think sets him apart from many others and why he is such an asset to elitefts.

Working as our Senior Editor and Equipment Sales Representative has put him in a very unique position for the past 8 years. He spends close to 5 hours per day speaking with sponsors, coaches, trainers and lifters about their training. They tell him how they train, what has worked and what has not work. These people range from notice to elite and from garage gym to pro franchise. When you compile this with his own coaching, lifting and training experience you get a person with a very unique and value knowledge of the field."

Inspector Coptoor

nice one
I'm gonna be there
are places limited?

Dan@IPG

Liam Henners257 wrote: »

nice one
I'm gonna be there
are places limited?

We do not intend to limit attendance, but we could do so to ensure quality and value. Ideally we want to get as many people in the door as possible. It is better for the community. It is better for Jim and Elite FTS. And it is better for informed performance.

Inspector Coptoor

cool.
do you know if there;ll be efts gear on sale on the day?
I really like their gear but p&p costs a fortune to get it sent over here.

Killme00

Any chance we can persuade him to race me on the prowler?

Dan@IPG

Liam Henners257 wrote: »

cool.
do you know if there;ll be efts gear on sale on the day?
I really like their gear but p&p costs a fortune to get it sent over here.

What kind of gear? You mean shirts and beanies and such? Let me know, and we'll see what we can do.

Inspector Coptoor

yeah, t shirts, hoodies, tanks, beanies, and some of those new lift strong wrist bands.
cheers

if they sell them at the same prices as they are online, euro equivalent,they'd make a killing

itsallaboutheL

Dan@IPG wrote: »

What kind of gear? You mean shirts and beanies and such? Let me know, and we'll see what we can do.

The lift strong gear would be a good idea, shipping is ridiculous online.

Dan@IPG

Killme00 wrote: »

Any chance we can persuade him to race me on the prowler?

How good are your powers of persuasion? And have you seen Jim with that prowler? I have a photo of him prowling with 160 kg loaded on it!

Dan@IPG

I am aware of the shipping hurdles into Ireland.

I may be able to place a reasonable bulk order and then sell the items at the seminar. Obviously I would have to roll the shipping cost back into the cost of each item. And it involves me putting funds out there for things that may not be purchased. Still this could be done for some basic t-shirts, hoodies, and hats.

Another option is to take exact orders and payment at the seminar and then place the order in bulk with EliteFTS. We do not get any discounts on products, but a bulk order should reduce per item shipping costs considerably. I would then notify you all when the shipment arrives.

We've got about a month to figure this out. I am more than willing to help, but please do not bother Jim or Elite on this issue. Let's keep it between you all and informed performance.

Eagle531

Hi Dan

Less than 6 weeks now, really looking forward to coming over for the seminar.

Do you have any updates on whether you will be selling any of the Elitefts t-shirts, hoodies etc on the day?

I emailed Jim on the Q&A asking if he'd have the new hardcopy 5/3/1 book for sale at the seminar (before I read your above message on this board) and he said he will have nothing with him for sale.

Also, do you think there will be a practical element to the seminar or will that depend on numbers?

Thanks
Dan

Dan@IPG

Eagle531 wrote: »

Hi Dan

Less than 6 weeks now, really looking forward to coming over for the seminar.

Do you have any updates on whether you will be selling any of the Elitefts t-shirts, hoodies etc on the day?

I emailed Jim on the Q&A asking if he'd have the new hardcopy 5/3/1 book for sale at the seminar (before I read your above message on this board) and he said he will have nothing with him for sale.

Also, do you think there will be a practical element to the seminar or will that depend on numbers?

Thanks
Dan

Dan,

There will be a practical element for sure. Except rather than Jim lifting, it might be YOU!

I am still considering a basic order from EliteFTS for the seminar.

We look forward to having you.

Regards,
Dan

Killme00

Dan@IPG wrote: »

How good are your powers of persuasion? And have you seen Jim with that prowler? I have a photo of him prowling with 160 kg loaded on it!

for the record i have pushed 160kg's on the prowler, Barry has the video to prove it...i got about 10 metres!!! beat that Jim Wendler

theluckyduck

man.... I wish I had the cash to go to this. Too pricey for a poor student!!

itsallaboutheL

theluckyduck wrote: »

man.... I wish I had the cash to go to this. Too pricey for a poor student!!

Plus ****ing one.

Inspector Coptoor

great stuff.
Really looking forward to this now.
roll on Nov 8th

theluckyduck

Quick question for ya, are you guys gonna be putting an order in and if ya are is it solely for those attending the conference thingy.... I'd love to get my hands on those bands...

Dan@IPG

At this time I'm not putting in an EFTS order. If people at the seminar make a push for it, I will. If so, I'll consider letting people know here. It's just logistically problematic. And if you don't want to see Jim in person, but you want EFTS gear, your priorities are out of whack.

Also, we have been discussing offering a student rate. We want young and enthusiastic industry people to be learning real world info and not just wallowing about in university nonsense. Would a €100 at the door student rate get anyone interested?

podge57

Dan@IPG wrote: »

Also, we have been discussing offering a student rate. We want young and enthusiastic industry people to be learning real world info and not just wallowing about in university nonsense. Would a €100 at the door student rate get anyone interested?

That would be awesome - i missed the date for the E150 rate and i really cant afford to shell out E200

Dan@IPG

theluckyduck wrote: »

Quick question for ya, are you guys gonna be putting an order in and if ya are is it solely for those attending the conference thingy.... I'd love to get my hands on those bands...

I will let you know if we do an order. In general we will place orders with EFTS from time to time for miscellaneous items. The best way to ensure that you are aware of a pending order is to pay attention to our website.

Also note that while we like EFTS, we use IronWoody bands. We've used them for years, and I believe EFTS just released theirs recently. Are you interested in IronWoody bands?

Dan@IPG

podge57 wrote: »

That would be awesome - i missed the date for the E150 rate and i really cant afford to shell out E200

Let's see what kind of response we get. Feel free to stir interest!

Inspector Coptoor

Dan, the id say he's on about the lift strong bands.
they are similar to lance armstrong's livestrong bands and are sold to raise money for research into leukemia and lymphoma.

http://secure.mycart.net/product_images/catalog11945/Bracelets.jpg

Dan@IPG

Liam Henners257 wrote: »

Dan, the id say he's on about the lift strong bands.
they are similar to lance armstrong's livestrong bands and are sold to raise money for research into leukemia and lymphoma.

http://secure.mycart.net/product_images/catalog11945/Bracelets.jpg

Those are bracelets. Sure it's a great cause, but I assumed that by bands he meant bands: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?SearchPhrase=bands&m=SR.

Dan@IPG

My softer side (hey, it's Friday) has me looking in to ordering a bunch of the Lift Strong bands/bracelets. The only catch will be that you have to come to the gym to buy yours.

Dan@IPG

Eagle531 wrote: »

I emailed Jim on the Q&A asking if he'd have the new hardcopy 5/3/1 book for sale at the seminar (before I read your above message on this board) and he said he will have nothing with him for sale.

Yes we WILL have 5/3/1 books for sale at the seminar.

Dan@IPG

informed performance is offering a student rate of €100 for the Jim Wendler Seminar. Bring a current student ID card from an accredited institution or DCU.

Kev M

Dan@IPG wrote: »

informed performance is offering a student rate of €100 for the Jim Wendler Seminar. Bring a current student ID card from an accredited institution or DCU.

Nice, now I'm sold.