Day I Low-bar squat 3X5 (or) 8 Bench press 3X5 (or) 8 Pendlay rows 3X5 (or) 8 Chin-ups 3X8-10 Chest dips 3X8-10 Side-lateral raises 3X10 Barbell curls 3X10 Day II Low-bar squat 3X5 (or) 8 Bench press 3X5 (or) 8 Pendlay rows 3X5 (or) 8 Deadlifts 1X5 (or) 8 Romanian deadlifts 2X8 Overhea…

Hmmmm okay. Yeah it was more based off of starting strength, but I’ve run stronglifts before. I feel like progression is easier with three working sets instead of five. It was also inspired by a program I got off bodybuilding.com forums which was called viking’s bare bones series.

Just curious, but how old are you? If you’re still young (<25) I would think sticking to any of those programs could get your strength up to the point where you could confidently run a Texas Method-type of program.

32 years old and genetically weak.

[image] cheeksbarbell: Sets of 5 are going to help build strength, while sets of 8 are going to help build size. So, my muscles will begin to grow by adding three more reps? I usually stick to 6-7 reps… WTF am I training for? Am I wasting my time? :scream::scream:

[image] stillborn_soul: 32 years old and genetically weak. My condolences. Seriously though, I think even with the more basic programs (e.g. Starting Strength), you should be able to get up to a more solid base of strength. Is your recovery on point? Nutrition? Any form of supplementation? I…

I feel recovered as far as I can tell. DOMS aren’t really ever an issue anymore. I spent all last year dieting atoning for a failed dirty bulk. I was running stronglifts at the time. I plateaued squat at about where I am now, 185-190lbsX5 (at 210ish lbs body weight.) My form has improved though. M…

I aim for 18 cal per lb. 1-1.25g protein per lb 0.6 - .07g fat per lb Remainder carbs.

[image] dchris: So, my muscles will begin to grow by adding three more reps? I usually stick to 6-7 reps… WTF am I training for? Am I wasting my time? :scream::scream: [image] :wink:

[image] stillborn_soul: I feel recovered as far as I can tell. DOMS aren’t really ever an issue anymore. I spent all last year dieting atoning for a failed dirty bulk. I was running stronglifts at the time. I plateaued squat at about where I am now, 185-190lbsX5 (at 210ish lbs body weight.) My …

Awesome. Your posts have been really helpful.

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Because my updated program is working. I plan to switch to texas method when it fails and then 5-3-1 once that fails.

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