This might be fun for the group and helpful for those looking this time of year. Two-part thought experiment: Does it matter what program you do? Does it matter if you follow a program at all? List your assumptions For me, 1: not a bit. 2: maybe, but likely not. I’m assuming you just want to ge…

80 % is very exagarated - Klopp was e mediocre footballer, Gasperini as well, Allegri too, Nagelsman is not a professional footballer. Ferguson was a decent player, but his coaching career is what people know him for. Brendan Rogers is a similar example. Jose Mourinho’s career as a footballer is des…

Speaking of training programs, any recommendations for a good book that details a programing methodology that can be utilized for a long period of time? Long-term goals are improving strength, increasing lean body mass, and improving running endurance. Short-term (6-12 month) goals are to decrease …

My back squat looks like good morning and my low back rounds before parallel, and I currently only use dumbbells and kettlebells for overhead press due to a previous shoulder issue. I suppose I can have a bench day, front squat day, and have the third training day be pull-ups/weighted pull-ups and d…

I cannot like this comment enough. This should be bookmarked on every forum. 99% of “critique my program” threads are like asking someone to critique your house when all you have is a truck full of raw materials.

Give either of these a whirl… [image] Bodybuilding for Strength Athletes Bigger Stronger Leaner articles bigger-stronger-leaner Get Bigger to Get Stro…

Does program matter? I like the distinction upthread between routines and programs; a routine lists exercises, sets, and reps, whereas a program has an overarching goal and periodizes the routine to reach the goal. In light of that information, I think both programs and routines are important for b…

To a point @TriednTrue and @FlatsFarmer made, and to argue with myself, I’m finding I’m both: Absolutely unable to recover from what I like to do Too stubborn to change This is probably where actual coaching, vs a program, is such a huge benefit. I’m going to only pick the programs I want vs what…

[image] TrainForPain: I’m finding I’m both: Absolutely unable to recover from what I like to do Too stubborn to change Interesting! I discovered that as well, three-ish years ago. In fact, right around when I turned 40, I noticed a downturn in my recovery abilities. I’m finally conceding Th…

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