Any other LEO’s using Jim’s programming?
Was looking up workouts for us and came across a whole slew of nonsense, nothing that focused on strength but still allowed improvements across the board.
I’ve been using 5/3/1 since late last year but interestingly enough it doesn’t seem to be as well known to other LEO’s I have spoken to.
What is a LEO?
law enforcement officer
Use the Lifer Set/Rep program.
Use the Weak Point Analysis to see where you need improvements.
Use the 5/3/1 Total Athlete Protocol to help your goals/path and establish standards.
I am not a Law Enforcement Officer but would assume things such as being in good shape (sub 6:00 mile), being strong (2x Bodyweight squat/deadlift), relative strength, agility (9 cone drill) and explosive (box jump test), etc. would probably help you out. Unless being in-shape, strong, explosive and flexible/mobile is not something that is desired.
Not LEO, but I will be entering the academy in October. I’ve used 5/3/1 for 3 years. It will be interesting once I get to come back to it once I’m badged how I will structure my workouts around 12 hour shifts
I am an LEO (18 yrs of it) and have been using Jim’s protocols since his original III book came out. I have turned a few others onto it. I have the “luxury” of my department having several workout facilities (there are 6 patrol divisions and the academy building). That being said, there are a lot of crossfitters on the department and I have my own workout stuff at home.
As long as I stay healthy, I have made consistent progress with the methodology. When I say stay healthy, I’ve had both my hips resurfaced (genetics got me there), and a couple other things rear up. I am also 43. My son is currently lifting with me so I am hoping he will start liking it. He’d rather play guitar.
As far as working 12 hours shifts, I have done it. If you get in and get the work done and get out of the gym. It shouldn’t affect you at all. I work 10 hour shifts. As long as I don’t kill myself working extra, I have no issues getting the sessions in. I am currently and have been doing 2 days a week. Even when I worked 12 hr shifts, I worked two days, off two days, with every other weekend being a three day weekend. There was no issue finding time to lift. Unless a department has some schedule where you work more than three 12s in a row, it will only minimally affect you but I am sure you will get it figured out quickly.
The best conditioning I’ve ever done is a prowler. I’m not in the shape I have been in while using it but it is a good feeling to run someone down, struggle with and arrest them, realize you are barely breathing hard and have a fellow officer comment on how easy you made it look and say the prowler sure paid off.
I’m a LEO, I use 5/3/1 and have for years. I have introduced several co-workers to it and they are achieving success that they can hardly believe.
Unfortunately, there are a lot of officers out there that run and run and run…where the fuck are they running to? I don’t get it. Yes, you can run 10 miles a day. Yes, you are weak as shit. How many times have you ran MILES to a call? How many times have you been in a fight where being strong as shit could’ve helped?
5/3/1 is VERY good for cops because of its simplicity, adaptability, and of course, fucking RESULTS.
Stay safe.
“How many times have you ran MILES to a call? How many times have you been in a fight where being strong as shit could’ve helped?”
Strength definitely seems to be undervalued by many different fields, not just law enforcement. But adding some pounds here and there to your squat, deadlift, bench and overhead press definitely wouldn’t hurt your command presence, stamina while moving with equipment, doing a take-down, quickly getting control of a situation if you end up on the ground, etc. Even better balance and improving reaction time.
Miles? It’s all relative,my Trooper/Coach used to say.“Don’t come back unless you had him.”
[quote]yogi1017 wrote:
Miles? It’s all relative,my Trooper/Coach used to say.“Don’t come back unless you had him.” [/quote]
None of us ever run miles to a call, to catch someone, etc. Point was, starting with the academy on, less running (keep some, sure) and more lifting would benefit most cops, at least taking my department into account. I am the resident “big, strong” guy on my squad of ~25, and at 5’9" 205-210 I’m hardly big. Strong…sometimes.
I’m at the point of training for academy where I am focusing on bodyweight work and running…and I hate it. Come March, I’m never jogging again. Sprint or die
Am I blind? Why can’t I find this anywhere in 2nd Edition or Beyond? Is it elsewhere?
[quote]Jim Wendler wrote:
Use the Lifer Set/Rep program.
Use the Weak Point Analysis to see where you need improvements.
Use the 5/3/1 Total Athlete Protocol to help your goals/path and establish standards.[/quote]
[quote]Constintin wrote:
Am I blind? Why can’t I find this anywhere in 2nd Edition or Beyond? Is it elsewhere?
[quote]Jim Wendler wrote:
Use the Lifer Set/Rep program.
Use the Weak Point Analysis to see where you need improvements.
Use the 5/3/1 Total Athlete Protocol to help your goals/path and establish standards.[/quote]
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Jim’s private forum
[quote]jajarven wrote:
[quote]Constintin wrote:
Am I blind? Why can’t I find this anywhere in 2nd Edition or Beyond? Is it elsewhere?
[quote]Jim Wendler wrote:
Use the Lifer Set/Rep program.
Use the Weak Point Analysis to see where you need improvements.
Use the 5/3/1 Total Athlete Protocol to help your goals/path and establish standards.[/quote]
[/quote]
Jim’s private forum[/quote]
Thanks
Joined your pay forum Jim, found the articles you mentioned. For anyone on the fence about joining the JimWendler.com pay forum, don’t hesitate. You are gaining access to a wealth of knowledge and help for a steal.
Taking a couple of weeks off from training due to a strained lower back. Foam rolling/tennis balling and stretching every day…