Which lifting program is the best for you?
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Thanks for this!!3
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Some very good powerlifting specific programs can be found here http://www.powerliftingtowin.com/. He even has a video series on many of the top lifting programs as they relate specifically to powerlifting.3
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Just an idea...there's always a number of people asking about lifting programs over at the Fitness Forum...2
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I think I'd get sick of very standard routines. Right now I'm doing jay cutler 8 weeks to mass that I found on bodybuilding.com. I'm really enjoying it 2 weeks in. And each week changes some of the lifts so it keeps me entertained.0
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tillerstouch wrote: »I think I'd get sick of very standard routines. Right now I'm doing jay cutler 8 weeks to mass that I found on bodybuilding.com. I'm really enjoying it 2 weeks in. And each week changes some of the lifts so it keeps me entertained.
You would probably enjoy the new rules of lifting series. Routines change every 4-8 weeks and even within that period the volume changes.0 -
I love the Body Sculpting Bible.0
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Strong Curves is my go to nowadays, but quite surprised to see it listed as beginners. Surely that all depends on the weight that's being lifted compared to body weight.0
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Springfield1970 wrote: »Strong Curves is my go to nowadays, but quite surprised to see it listed as beginners. Surely that all depends on the weight that's being lifted compared to body weight.
That can be said of any program. After a while you lift heavy (heavier than strong curves) with strong lifts. I would classify the advanced strong curves as advanced beginner. I find intermediate programs more challenging. They are basically what you move on to once you stall out on beginner programs.0 -
When to switch from Strong Lifts: http://stronglifts.com/when-to-switch-from-stronglifts-5x5-to-other-programs/
The stronglifts app takes care of everything for you, it will tell you when to deload, when to switch to 3x5, etc... just do the program.0 -
Springfield1970 wrote: »Strong Curves is my go to nowadays, but quite surprised to see it listed as beginners. Surely that all depends on the weight that's being lifted compared to body weight.
It's kind of a progressive program, just like NROL where it addressed the basics and moves on from there. So it was merely a limitation of categorization. In general, when it comes to newbie recommendations, SC is at the top, especially for woman.0 -
When to switch from Strong Lifts: http://stronglifts.com/when-to-switch-from-stronglifts-5x5-to-other-programs/
The stronglifts app takes care of everything for you, it will tell you when to deload, when to switch to 3x5, etc... just do the program.
Cool. It hasn't told me anything like that yet, so I must be good.2 -
Coolcicada's Push/Pull/Legs Routine
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codsterlaing95 wrote: »Coolcicada's Push/Pull/Legs Routine
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Thank you. I added these to the list.1 -
I'm doing a version of 5/3/1 (for PL) from Beyond 5/3/1. I don't know if it needs to be added to the list specifically; but I like this version, b/c I can work at my 1RM more often.0
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I bastardized Wendler's after running it for about a year.
I basically do bench, ohp, squats, and deads 2x each every eight days. I never take rest days for the most part and do squats/deads every day but in the 50-70% of my 1rm. I do a deload of every main lift every 12 days.
I throw in 3-4 accessory lifts and finish with yoga.
I've ran this bastardized version for 2+ years and love the flexibility of tailoring it to my bodies issues and needs.4 -
you may want to add this site which helps you pick a program based on goals etc http://rohitnair.net/pp/3
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All,
Since it's a very common question when it comes to bulking, I wanted to create a running list of programs that can provide a solid foundation for members, whether they are in the beginning stages of bulking, going back to a cut or looking to maintain their gains.
Since the majority of our advanced lifters tend to gravitate in this section, I plan on placing this here, unless it's deemed more appropriate for another section. Please keep in mind, this is intended to be a comprehensive list, and I encourage all members to provide additional programs for me to add to the list (might as well use my mod powers for some good ).
Beginner Lifting Programs- Strong Lift 5x5
- StrongCurves Template, StrongCurves 5x5
- Ice Cream Fitness 5x5
- The New Rules of Lifting
- Starting Strength
- Grey Skull
- Big 6
- All Pro
- Fierce 5
- Body Beast, by Beachbody
Intermediate Lifting Programs- Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower
- German Body Comp
- Wendle 531
- Texas Method
- PHAT
- Lyle McDonald Bulking Routine
- Coolcicada Push/Pull/Legs
Advanced Lifting Programs
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