Looking back on my last couple months of programming I found a few things that I need to focus on during the month of May. I will see how things go and possibly continue throughout the summer as well.
I definitely need to continue my strength work. I will work through the Starting Strength protocol as outlined in the book by Rippetoe. Some people generally assume that the protocol is simply 5x5, but after re-reading the Practical Programming book I found that you should start with 3 sets of 5 reps on the squat, bench, and press, and 1 set of 5 reps on the deadlift. After stalling the Starting Strength program should be modified as in either of Rippetoe's books. The month of May includes quite a bit of traveling for work so this basic strength work becomes my most available way of training.
Adjustments
I have adjusted my strength work this week to complete the squat routine twice a week instead of the prescribed 3 times. Squatting heavy 3 times a week just tends to wear me out quickly. I will follow the upper body pressing routine alternating press types. Most weeks I will try to get the prescribed 3 lifts in, but it may get cut back to 2 upper body lifts depending on my work schedule. I will try to get the weekly upper body pulling lifts in as well but consistency in chins and pullups may not come into June. Wednesday's will continue to be focused upper body bodybuilding work. I have noticed gains in strength, size, and aesthetic gains in the last couple months due to these days. Skill work will include HSPUs and lots of light weight snatch technique. I will try to get in quite a bit of time on the road bike this month as well so I can complete a long ride at the beginning of June.
Goals
1. HSPU endurance
2. Snatch technique
3. Miles on the bike
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