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MickeS
MickeS Posts: 108 Member
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I know you are not supposed to do that. But I've decided to change the progression (right word?)
I'm going to increase the number of reps instead of weights. I will go from 5 to 8 reps then increase the weight (5x5, 5x6, 5x7, 5x8)
The reason is mainly to get more time to work on my form. I've been trying to improve and chainging some lifts. I even had to deload my OH press. I'm also getting closer to switch from cut to bulk and hope that maybe 6-8 range might be a good combination of strength and building volume.

Any thoughts? Anyone tried this?

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  • cajuntank
    cajuntank Posts: 924 Member
    Basically what you doing is a program called All Pros which is a body building style program as instead of adding weight each workout, you add a rep each week or each workout (Google it to know for sure). Once you can complete 12 reps with same said weight, you up the weight and back down the reps and work back up. Due to the added volume and slower weight progression, this shifts focus from strength to body building. Don't get me wrong, you will get stronger, just not as fast as with sticking to the StrongLifts program as written. Also, since you are not eating in a surplus, you will soon start spinning your wheels as you will not have enough calories to build muscle and maybe even move backwards in strength and muscle as caloric deficits and volume based bodybuilding programs don't go together for a reason. The best thing to do on a caloric deficit is focus on strength focused programs like a StrongLifts, Starting Strength, Ice Cream Fitness, etc... to get stronger or at least maintain strength, not lose it.
  • MrGonzo05
    MrGonzo05 Posts: 1,120 Member
    Expect slower progress on the program you have designed.
  • MickeS
    MickeS Posts: 108 Member
    Hmm, maybe i should wait until I start to bulk before I change the program. And maybe just delode or wait a workout or two on the lifts my form need some attention.
  • MrGonzo05
    MrGonzo05 Posts: 1,120 Member
    A form breakdown is a failed rep. The program covers how to handle failure.
  • MickeS
    MickeS Posts: 108 Member
    A form breakdown is a failed rep. The program covers how to handle failure.
    Yeah. But in all honesty there is a difference between form breakdown and bad form from the start. I've been trying to look up good form more serious lately. I don't mind a temporary slower progress as long as I get a good form.

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