stronglifts 5x5 scam?

Yes Mehdi is really long winded and reading through his website can be life draining (lol) BUT his program is definitely legit. It's extremely similar to Starting Strength, in fact thats what he based it on. He does send you his free report, again very long winded but the program itself is solid. I'm on my second week of the program. If you're looking for more info or a condensed version of the program you can go here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

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Yes Mehdi is really long winded and reading through his website can be life draining (lol) BUT his program is definitely legit. It's extremely similar to Starting Strength, in fact thats what he based it on. He does send you his free report, again very long winded but the program itself is solid. I'm on my second week of the program. If you're looking for more info or a condensed version of the program you can go here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

And feel free to join our group if you have any specific questions or would like support.
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The dude is totally a tool but it's a good program.

How advanced you are as a lifter makes a difference. I tried the 5x5, but I have been lifting for too long and too heavy for my central nervous system to handle the squat volume (was just looking to try something new). Thought my knees would explode. If you are serious about heavy lifting and are interested in the 5x5 or 5/3/1 check out www.tnation.com - but ignore all the BS about their supplements. If you have the time however, you may want to stop by a powerlifting club and see about developing a program with one of their coaches and making sure you have proper technique before embarking on this type of program.... my two cents.

Your knees won't "explode" from [properly] doing squats 3x a week :laugh:

You must be a "young thang". As you get older, having only a day or so to recover from a 5X5 heavy squat workout is a challenge. I've gone down to 3X5 on squats, 5X5 on the other lifts (except deads at 1X5) and it seems better for me.

I haven't started the program, but checked it out months ago (not sure if I want to do the program or not. Currently doing New rules of lifting for women)...lol and I have been getting his emails since. I actually find them informative even if I am not doing the program. They are very "long winded" emails though but its legit.

Your knees won't "explode" from [properly] doing squats 3x a week :laugh:

You must be a "young thang". As you get older, having only a day or so to recover from a 5X5 heavy squat workout is a challenge. I've gone down to 3X5 on squats, 5X5 on the other lifts (except deads at 1X5) and it seems better for me.

Why thanks! I didn't know 33 was young lol. I see your point though when the weights get heavy. Stronglifts does say you can do this workout 2x per week rather than 3. Or at least cut the squats down to 2x/week. But if 3x5 is working for you then great that's what you're supposed to do anyway when you start failing or are unable to recover properly. My point was though squats are not bad for your knees, they will not "jack your knees up" like some people think. As long as you are going past parallel you will not have quad dominance. All of your leg and butt muscles will be worked in balance resulting in a stronger knee. But if you already have pre-existing knee problems I would say consult with your doctor first before starting any type of program like this. There's my disclaimer haha. But squats do not CAUSE knee problems.

Wow! ,lmao...

First, SL5x5 isn't REALLY Mendi's program, it's ripped off from other people. In all honestly if you are a semi-experienced lifter I would skip SL5x5. 5/3/1 is fine for an intermediate too but I would say just skip to Westside for Skinny *kitten* 3 or pick-up the Westside Book of Methods and just do the full-on Conjugate method.

It isn't "ripped off" if someone gives them FULL credit for their ideas. Medhi even says in his report many times these are not his original ideas. He says "use what works" and these are time tested methods used by professionals. Love how this is turning into a Stronglifts debate. The OP was simply asking whether or not Stronglits was a scam. IT'S NOT.

Two points:

1) Its not an age thing so much as how much weight lifted. I don't know any advanced powerlifters who would do legs 3 times a week near max weight for two of them.

2) I think the comment 'scam' was more does it work. It does work for some people. Because the author of the post is a beginner to heavy training and will likely see results but will need more advanced programs with time.

1) This program isn't for "advanced powerlifters". It's for people who want to get stronger (beginners-intermediate) and perhaps lose some body fat. Agree on that.

2) Yes of course after time this program will no longer work, that is stated in the report. Eventually you will not make gains and you will be stalled but that will take months. After that, you can advance to Stronglifts intermediate and Stronglifts Advanced. Or whichever other program you choose to take you to the next level.

I'm doing it now. The e-book that he sends you is reaallyyy long winded- probably only 3 pages of it contains helpful information. There's a Stronglifts iPhone app that I'm in love with- tracks everything for you, which makes it even easier. Can't say much about results yet- I'd have to let you know in another 7 weeks or so.