Unconventional Athletes Issue 3

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Henkules unconventional
Construction!
How to construct a Lumber-LOg.
If you’re a bit handy, then it’s
easy to make this lumber-log.
You don’t need much to make
one, with a solid trunk and
some rope you can get a real
handy piece of unconventional
training kit, and it's free!
(this lumber-log weighs about
20kg)
MATERIALS YOU NEED FOR A LUMBER-LOG:
- a handsaw or chainsaw
- a long sturdy rope
- a thick tree trunk
.
1. Use the Handsaw to saw
the log into the right size ,
which is to your preference.
This is dependent on the
circumference of the trunk
and the weight you want to
lift. The handsaw is used to
provide another tough
exercise.
2. Saw with each arm; this is
to ensure you get an equal
workout, the unconventional
way! When the log is cut to the right size for your needs, tie the rope around
the log (see image).
3. The rope is divided into three long pieces at least 3 metres per piece, one rope
for going around the log and the other rope to tie in the longitudinal plane
of the log and another to go underneath, along the length and over the top of
the log. This will eventually act as handles.
4. Make a tight knot at each connection, space these equally. Follow the
Youtube link for the Diamond Knot; it takes a little practice but is a great
load- bearing knot! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t75IRTkFpCI
5. Leave a little slack for the last knot. This should be located at the top of the
log in the middle, this is so you can fit your hands under, and use as handles
(see image).
6. The “Lumber-log” is ready for action!
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