I was wondering who’s tried it. What did you think of the rep scheme compared to the standard version? I want to compete this fall (first one). I’m interested in the program and the competition tips, but I’m on the fence. I don’t know if I should jump programs.
Never mind, I’m buying it. I know there was a problem with bootleg books in the past. Is there a preferred place to buy a hard copy?
Well, I figured that out too. Jim has his own Amazon account. So fuck this whole thread, I guess
[quote]MattPiercy wrote:
Well, I figured that out too. Jim has his own Amazon account. So fuck this whole thread, I guess[/quote]
Haha, this shit made me laugh man
I love the rep scheme. It gives a semi-break every other week if you’re training serious or even just a little older. I usually do everything on week1 (3’s week) i.e. rep record set, jokers, first/last if I have anything left. Totally depends on how I feel week 2 (This is a seriously nice option) and week 3 I usually do some extra reps but not to the wall and work up quite a bit with 3’s and single’s. The real benefit for me comes with the flexibility of the second week.
Wow, it’s a lot different than I thought. I knew some basic things about it, but that’s it. I haven’t ordered it yet. It’s going to be a week or 2.
The Jokers and First Set Last that Rave2.0 is referring to actually come from Beyond 5/3/1, Jim’s newest book that is sold on T-Nation. Of course I highly recommend getting both if you can, but if you HAD to choose one . . . Well, that would depend on your goals.
If you’re just looking for a new set/rep scheme, get Beyond. It includes lots of new schemes that allow you to handle heavier weights.
On the other hand, if you’re actually looking to compete in powerlifting and are new to the sport, start with 5/3/1 for Powerlifting. The powerlifting book goes into greater detail on how to prepare for a meet, including off-season vs. pre-meet training, attempt selection, and even what to bring to a meet.
Hope this helps.
I’ve used it and liked it.
I want to compete. I’m going to get the powerlifting book. I don’t want to jump programs a lot. I’m only doing it this time for a real purpose. Otherwise I’d be completely happy sticking to the basic program. It’s simple and I have my own little tweeks that I’ve worked into it.
I’m getting a new bar this or next Friday. I’m ordering the book then.
The other thing I should have mentioned (while I’m waiting for my previous response to post) is I’m doing this lone wolf. I live in a small town in Wyoming. Nobody does this here, but me. So if the book has a lot of info on powerlifting, I need that. I could dig around on the web for the info, but I like having actual books in my hand.