Bang bang, he shot me down.

WOD
Press
5-5-5-5-5
THEN...
??minute AMRAP:
4 Deadlifts (275/185)
6 Sit ups
8 Pistols

RESULTS
75# Press

165# DL, pistol with red band 8 rounds + 4DL + 6SU (I think it was an 8 min AMRAP? unclear.)

ANALYSIS

I was quite happy with my press.  75# x5 is a strong improvement for me AND I think I could have gotten 80# up but we ran out of time.  On the last 75# lift, I was comfortable and then just struggled a wee bit on the fifth rep. Nice job Miller!

I wish we had more time to set-up for the WOD. I haven't done pistols since we were working out with Christy at Liz's condo gym!!  So really, I haven't ever officially tried them. We were moving so fast to set up for the WOD I didn't get a chance to play with them a bit before starting.  That being said, using the band was fine and probably helped me better understand how to move OUT of the pistol - which is the hardest part for me. I have the strength, just lose my balance towards the end.  After the WOD, I tried a few just balancing against the wall - and thats what I should have done for the WOD. It was more challenging but more like an actual pistol and I didn't have trouble getting up (and that's post-workout!).  Then I tried a few with no assistance.  Squatting on the left leg was not pretty :)  The right leg, I got up once!!  I think it really helps to lean forward - trying to keep my chest up and get up balanced is not possible for me right now.  Sooo, yeah! That's exciting and I liked this WOD. Moved fast.