Getting Started Part 9- Energy Systems
We have already answered many of the basic questions related to setting up a strength training program, however we can not begin a...
Getting Started Part 8- Set/Rep Structure
After selecting the appropriate exercises for your training needs, the next step is to understand how different set/rep structures affect...
Getting Started Part 7- Exercise Selection
In our last post on daily planning, we created the skeleton for a workout. Now we must understand the importance of creating a hierarchy...
Getting Started Part 6- Daily Planning
We know how to organize our long-term plan, monthly plan, and weekly plan. Now it is time to discuss the key concepts of daily planning....
Getting Started Part 5- Weekly Planning
In our last article covering monthly planning we developed an understanding for the need of planned recovery weeks following several...
Getting Started Part 4- Monthly Planning
Once you have your long-term plan crafted, it is time to begin thinking about the smaller pieces of the training plan. The next important...
Getting Started Part 3- Long-Term Planning
You’ve figured out your purpose for training and set a few short and long-term goals for yourself, so what’s next? It’s time to create a...
Getting Started Part 2- Goal Setting
After establishing your purpose for embarking on a training plan, the next step is to set a few goals for yourself. Goal setting will...
Getting Started Part 1- Defining a Purpose
You are an aspiring athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone just looking to get healthy. You know you need to start training, but you...
