I’m thinking of starting your Beast Series part 3. I had good gains with it last time.
My arms and Pecs along with my back are my weakest points and I’m trying to make a schedule so that I can workout those body parts AM/PM.
How would you suggest to adjust the original template and workouts to make it work and not to overdo the entire thing?
I was thinking of doing the original workout you posted in the PM and more strength oriented on the AM, but I have no idea what would be an adequate volume AM.
Thib, if you’re familiar with Sheiko book, how can it be explained that there are routines based on Benching 3/week; Squat 2/week; Deadlift 1/week; with only assistance work for pecs and abs. I mean, how could he have coached so many great powerlifters with without any pulling work to keep the push/pull balanced? How do powerlifters get away with pushing much more than pulling?
CT, does working out in the morning with only whey lose its efficacy if you use it for years? I found it key to getting me lean. But I’m not staying lean anymore on my high protein low carb moderate fat diet.
Do I need to add carbs before/during a workotu or should I just add them after?
I’ve discovered a pack of Ribose in the cupboard that I forgot I had. Any suggestions regarding optimum use of this product, if there is one?
Many thanks for your time.
I’ve discovered a pack of Ribose in the cupboard that I forgot I had. Any suggestions regarding optimum use of this product, if there is one?
Many thanks for your time.
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Throwing it as far as you can for as many reps as possible.
When using RDL’s in training, are there benefits to varying the stance width and to turning the feet either in or out during the lift? [/quote]
Yes it would, turning the feet out will work the outer portion of the hamstrings more (short and long head of the biceps femoris) while turning them inward will put a bit more emphasis on the inner portion of the hamstrings (Semitendinosus and semimenbranosus).
[quote]AtleticoMadrid wrote:
Also, how would using a snatch-grip for RDL’s change the overall effect f the exercise?[/quote]
Wouldn’t have much an impact besides limiting the amount of weight you’ll be able to use.
[quote]AtleticoMadrid wrote:
And I’m curious as to whether you have your clients keep the neck neutrally aligned or extended when you teach the RDL to them.
[quote]Thy. wrote:
Thib, if you’re familiar with Sheiko book, how can it be explained that there are routines based on Benching 3/week; Squat 2/week; Deadlift 1/week; with only assistance work for pecs and abs. I mean, how could he have coached so many great powerlifters with without any pulling work to keep the push/pull balanced? How do powerlifters get away with pushing much more than pulling?[/quote]
I’m not 100% familiar with the system but I know that it is very similar in methodology to the former soviet olympic lifting system which is based mostly on practicing the competition lifts with a high volume of work and including some assistance work to target a weak area.
Technically, as long as optimal aesthetic development is not your main goal, deadlifting is enough to strengthen the back. Olympic lifters normally have great backs and don’t do any upper body pulling work.
[quote]Christian Thibaudeau wrote:
Thy. wrote:
Thib, if you’re familiar with Sheiko book, how can it be explained that there are routines based on Benching 3/week; Squat 2/week; Deadlift 1/week; with only assistance work for pecs and abs. I mean, how could he have coached so many great powerlifters with without any pulling work to keep the push/pull balanced? How do powerlifters get away with pushing much more than pulling?
I’m not 100% familiar with the system but I know that it is very similar in methodology to the former soviet olympic lifting system which is based mostly on practicing the competition lifts with a high volume of work and including some assistance work to target a weak area.
Technically, as long as optimal aesthetic development is not your main goal, deadlifting is enough to strengthen the back. Olympic lifters normally have great backs and don’t do any upper body pulling work.[/quote]
Yes, it’s based on frequent high-volume training with submaximal loads (bench isn’t trained higher than 85%), also double technique is used like you described in Canadian Bear. e.g. Bench, Squat, Bench. Even for elite level athletes, the program includes assistance only for pecs,triceps,lower back and legs, but NOT back.
Anyway, aesthetic aside, I thought you MUST pull:push 1:1 if you don’t want your shoulders ruined ? Is this theory relevant or not? Or maybe heavy deadlifting 1/week covers up for all that pushing work?
Hi Coach, I’m sorry for reposting the same question. I don’t mean any disrespect and I don’t want you to rush with anything. I sent an email to your new account beast35. I just want to verify you received it in case you missed my post here.
Thanks
I picked up your e-book for a change of pace in my training, and am very impressed. I was wondering if there was any particular reason why you include the “stutter reps”, as opposed to regular reps on some of the main movements. Thanks.
Hi Coach,
I started Week 1 of your Get Jacked…Fast program. I’m anxious to see how my body transforms. For a person over 20 percent body fat whose main goal is to drop fat, do you recommend any modifications to the program?
Do you still recommend completing the entire 12 weeks as prescribed or would you modify the program, maybe repeating Phase I (weeks 1-4), until body fat dropped to below 15? Thanks.
Are there any reasons why someone would NOT want to add Glutamine / Glycine to their current supplementation program?
After reading your experience with the Insulin Protocol, I am very interested in trying BioSig. I am currently in the middle of a WSFSB program I designed to increase strength, speed, and overall athleticism.
Do you see any harm in beginning the protocol (after advisement) during the strength program, or would it be best to finish out the strength program and begin my protocol when I can be dedicated towards cutting?
Thibs, I am 6’2" 194lbs. I have been on a lowcal/low carb (with the exception of PW) diet for 4 weeks now (approx 1700 on off days and 1900 on training days) and have seen a decrease in body fat.
Now I have reached somewhat of a plateau and was wondering your recommendation. Do I raise my cal intake for a few weeks to offset this and jumpstart the metabolism?
I’m about to go to Japan for 2 weeks and know that I’ll end up eating white rice out of necessity.
Thanks.[/quote]
The pharmacological product that inhibits carbs digestion (glucobay) works decently (although it creates BAD gas because of fermentation in the stomach). But the over the counter products supposed to block carbs absorption are not effective.
[quote]gaddismotivate wrote:
Thibs, I am 6’2" 194lbs. I have been on a lowcal/low carb (with the exception of PW) diet for 4 weeks now (approx 1700 on off days and 1900 on training days) and have seen a decrease in body fat.
Now I have reached somewhat of a plateau and was wondering your recommendation. Do I raise my cal intake for a few weeks to offset this and jumpstart the metabolism?[/quote]
You can’t ‘‘jumpstart’’ your metabolism, you guys gotta get that concept out of your mind. BUT you can re-establish your metabolic rate which might have been depressed by excessive dieting. I do NOT recommend a break after only 4 weeks of dieting. Your body cannot stall after such a short period.
If you have plateaued, increase activity level. You should be able to diet for 8-10 weeks before having to take a diet break due to real stagnation.
Are there any reasons why someone would NOT want to add Glutamine / Glycine to their current supplementation program? [/quote]
The only one I’d see is gastric problems.
[quote]cousin_barry wrote:
After reading your experience with the Insulin Protocol, I am very interested in trying BioSig. I am currently in the middle of a WSFSB program I designed to increase strength, speed, and overall athleticism.
Do you see any harm in beginning the protocol (after advisement) during the strength program, or would it be best to finish out the strength program and begin my protocol when I can be dedicated towards cutting?
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I want to mention that biosignature is NOT about fat loss, although fat loss does occur and it can be added to a fat loss program.
Biosignature is about balancing your hormones to optimize the way your body work.
Do not copy what I did, you NEED to see a biosignature certified coach to establish your hormonal balance level and select a nutrion and supplement approach to fit your needs.
Regarding strength Hugo Girard and Sebastien Jean (two top Canadian strongmen) use biosginature.
[quote]daffyduck wrote:
Hi Coach, I’m sorry for reposting the same question. I don’t mean any disrespect and I don’t want you to rush with anything. I sent an email to your new account beast35. I just want to verify you received it in case you missed my post here.
Thanks[/quote]