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Stronglifts: Anyone Ever Do This Workout? (1 Viewer)
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moleculo
Footballguy
I have been on a similar program for a few months called "starting strength". Its almost the same, but sub power cleans instead of barbell row, add pullups to every workout, and 3x5 instead of 5x5. Also, I lift 2x a week instead of 3x, but would do 3x if I could.
Its been pretty great. I take it nice and slow, I think thats key especially seeing how im pushing 40 these days. Having incrementing weight goals, and a defined routine, keeps me motivated and focused, which is good. And, I definatelyfeel stronger.
I brought my squat from 135 to 205, my bench from 95 to 160, overhead press from 65 to 105, deadlifts from 135 to 255, and power cleans around 105 (note: on a 150 lb frame), and thats with taking time off for an unrelated shoulder injury.
My pan, right now, is to work up to more sets once I squat 225, and transition into a 5x5 program.
Its been pretty great. I take it nice and slow, I think thats key especially seeing how im pushing 40 these days. Having incrementing weight goals, and a defined routine, keeps me motivated and focused, which is good. And, I definatelyfeel stronger.
I brought my squat from 135 to 205, my bench from 95 to 160, overhead press from 65 to 105, deadlifts from 135 to 255, and power cleans around 105 (note: on a 150 lb frame), and thats with taking time off for an unrelated shoulder injury.
My pan, right now, is to work up to more sets once I squat 225, and transition into a 5x5 program.
James Daulton
Footballguy
It's a tried and true routine. Perfect for the beginner lifter in particular.
culdeus
Footballguy
Yeah this and starting strength are great baseline programs.
I also don't think you really understand the concept of the program if you think you work the same group every time. Each of the core lifts activate many different muscle groups. The idea is to use compound lifts as a foundation for later gains when you do isolation stuff, or else go on to a more power lifting type program.
I think I'm gonna do a round of it this winter to try and get my squat up, primarily.
I also don't think you really understand the concept of the program if you think you work the same group every time. Each of the core lifts activate many different muscle groups. The idea is to use compound lifts as a foundation for later gains when you do isolation stuff, or else go on to a more power lifting type program.
I think I'm gonna do a round of it this winter to try and get my squat up, primarily.
Ted Mullins
Footballguy
I have done the intermediate one - http://stronglifts.com/madcow-5x5-training-programs/ - and really liked it. I neglected it for a long time but I have come to realize that tracking your lifts and slowly increasing weight over time is really beneficial.
Jack White
Footballguy
Have you guys ever tried Russian Kettle Bell training?
Once I discovered it, I knew there was no going back to conventional weight lifting.
It works the entire body and provides strength, cardio and flexibility all combined in one training regimen.
It's also highly efficient. Three or four 30-minute sessions per week is all you need, and that includes warm up and cool down.
One caveat: don't go to a regular gym for this. Find a specialist, preferably one who has been certified by Pavel.
Once I discovered it, I knew there was no going back to conventional weight lifting.
It works the entire body and provides strength, cardio and flexibility all combined in one training regimen.
It's also highly efficient. Three or four 30-minute sessions per week is all you need, and that includes warm up and cool down.
One caveat: don't go to a regular gym for this. Find a specialist, preferably one who has been certified by Pavel.
Super King
Footballguy
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Jack White
Footballguy
flapgreen
Footballguy
I'll second Starting Strength.
flapgreen
Footballguy
Quez
Footballguy
I got a 40lbs KB a few months ago & have incorporated it into my home routine. Do you have a link to your KB routine?
I think I need to get some lighter weight ones, like 30lbs, so I can do some of the double KB exercises. I really just swing it thru my legs, do some light squat stuff, occasuonal bicep curl, and a bent over row. I could do the 1 handed clean, but it's a little too heavy, and slams into my forearm.
Jack White
Footballguy
I worked with a trainer for about a year, both one-on-one and group classes. I learned enough to feel comfortable training on my own, so I invested in some bells: 35-, 45- and 60-pounders.
I use the 60 for two-handed swings and the others for other moves. I like having the 35 and 45 because I can do unbalanced swings, one in each hand (switch the bells every other set).
I don't have a set routine; I change it up every day. I do two-handed swings, one-handed swings, hand-to-hand swings, front squats, goblet squats, cleans, presses, Turkish get ups, Roman twists, pushups, planks, mountain climbers.
Might check out DragonDoor.com for more info. Be careful on YouTube -- there are plenty of videos from people who don't know what the hell they're doing.
One thing I'll add is that you don't really swing the bell(s) with your arms. Your arms are like ropes and your hand like hooks. They key to every movement is explosive hips. If you feel any discomfort in your lower back, that's the first sign you're not using your hips correctly.
James Daulton
Footballguy
Stick with stronglifts/starting strength.
Jack White
Footballguy
Sure, you're welcome.Quez said:
Prince Myshkin
Footballguy
I used this for about 2 months this summer and had fantastic results. I too was worried about all the squats, but it was really working for me. Then I started a new job and my schedule was crazy so I stopped, but starting back on it tomorrow.
