In a previous post I listed my current goals. The goals are the destination. What follows is the route map. The Foundation – Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1 Trying to get strong is bordering on an obsession of mine. I stalled out on linear progressions a long time ago and the 5/3/1 program has been a godsend. [...]
Archive for the ‘Program Details’ Category
In the last post, I shared my goals for the next six-months or so. Now, I’m gonna discuss the plan I’m using to get there. The training can be broken down into 4 main sections: Barbell Strength Gymnastics Olympic Lifting Conditioning Barbell Strength In order to be able to make progress over the long haul [...]
Training Goals
Posted: July 15, 2010 in Program Details, Weightlifting: Back Squat, Weightlifting: Clean & Jerk, Weightlifting: Deadlift, Weightlifting: Floor Press, Weightlifting: SnatchI figured it might be an idea to lay down my current training goals, that way some of the stuff I say in the future will have some context. All of this refers to my current cycle which I started 3 weeks ago. Starting Point I like strength. I like power. You’ll see that my [...]
The Smolov Base Cycle
Posted: July 8, 2010 in Program Details, Weightlifting: Back Squat, Workouts: Max EffortTags: back squat, pavel, powerlifting, smolov, squat
This is a write up of my recent training experience with the Smolov Base Squat Cycle. The Smolov???? The Smolov is an iconic powerlifting program and on paper it looks rough. I first read about this in Pavel’s excellent book Power to the People Professional. Here’s the breakdown… (% x reps x sets) Week # [...]
