It’s getting closer. What? Your meet! Block 8B sets you up to SMASH weights on the platform at the end of the next block! Follow the RPE and don’t do extra work, OR TAKE MAXES!!! Don’t skip the bodyweight work before each session either. It adds up and makes you stronger while helping to correct
It’s finally here. The culmination of the last 24 weeks of training! Block 8 in its entirety is the final portion of the 36 week off season/meet prep program. Your meet will be on Week 11 of this block (Block C week 3). It can also be used as an 11 week stand alone meet
Here go with Block 7B and we are getting set to enter the final stages of meet prep in Block 8! Remember, your met is in Week 11 of Block 8B so adjust your calendars accordingly. This block has a few pieces of equipment that you may not have, and it is ok to substitute
Oh boy, Block 7A is a bear. We’ve got lots of pause work, lots of intensity, a little strongman and more in store for you. This block will prime your nervous system and hone your technique to get you ready for the final meet prep coming in Block 8. Remember, Block 8 is a 12-week
Welcome to Block 6B. The intensity, meaning less reps and heavier weight is upped in this block. PLEASE respect the RPE and don’t overshoot. We’ve added in some accommodating resistance using bands too! This Block picks up after Block 6A and is leading into meet prep as we progress along. You will realize the strength
Welcome to Block 6. It is loaded with VOLUME! This Block picks up after Block 5, and is leading into meet prep as we progress along. It is the perfect off-season block. Block 5, 6, and 7 prepare you for the final 12-week prep* in Block 8. Work hard, respect the RPE and reap the
Oh boy, Block 5B pick up where 5A ended in the off season plan to prep you for a meet. 5B brings lower reps and higher percentages in play to display strength. As we said before, this block, as well as the next 3 (Block 6-8) prep you to destroy the competition on the platform.
Oh boy, Block 5A is going to be a beauty. It is loaded with VOLUME and is the PERFECT off season block! We all know volume makes you STRONG right? Well, this block, as well as the next 3 (Block 6-8) prep you to destroy the competition on the platform. We’ve also included a quick
In the final installment of Barbell Basics: The Deadlift, we cover the most common flaws and how to spot them. Music by the Bruisers, with permission.
In Barbell Basics—The Conventional Deadlift Volume 2 we review how to correctly perform this truly awesome lift. Music courtesy of the Bruisers with permission.
