I just wanted to note some small changes to the upcoming small group strength training that I am making available to anyone that is interested in not only getting stronger but also learning how to back squat properly, press with leverage, and dead-lift properly. I have decided to split Basic Barbell I into both Rip’s 3×5 program and my modifications to Wendler’s 5/3/1 program. So the upcoming 8 week session will be Rip’s program at 3:30PM and my take on Wendler’s program at 7:30PM. This will be in contrast to the current session which is Wendler at 3:30PM and Rip at 7:30PM.
Hopefully, this will encourage athletes to try both programs to see which is better suited to their needs and since you are required to complete two sessions of Basic Barbell I before being admitted to Basic Barbell II, this is a great opportunity to change it up a little. Both are tremendous programs that will get the novice stronger. I have adapted Wendler’s program to include more exposure to the squat since we are dealing with the novice strength athlete. Other than that, the major differences between both programs is the rep scheme, the use of percentages, the inclusion of the power clean in Rip’s program but not using it in Wendler’s, and the inclusion of assistance work in Wendler’s but not using it in Rip’s.
As we move forward, I will rotate which time slot carries 5/3/1 and which one carries 3×5 that way everyone has a chance to do both programs. Another change will be in pricing structure because I feel that as you progress through the program, you should be rewarded by paying less and less. With that being said, you will learn how to train yourself and others. You will learn how to properly execute the movements as well as learn how to teach them at the basic level. How well you teach them remains on you.
Basic Barbell II will also cover two different strength training programs. Here, I will encourage someone to choose one and stick with it until it doesn’t work but it is not a requirement. You may just want to learn more about different ways of programming. I have yet to decide on which two I will use but at the top of my list are Kenn’s tier method, Rip’s Texas method, or DeFranco’s Westside for Skinny Bastards program. I may also revert back to Wendler’s 5/3/1 and it’s orginal way of application. In any sense, we move from daily/weekly progress in the novice to weekly and/or monthly progress in intermediate trainees.
Also, how many I allow into the groups will lessen as well. Right now I am allowing 8 persons into BBI but will only allow 6 into BBII and 4 into BBIII. Spots are at a premium so I encourage you to sign up as soon as registration opens up. Emails will be sent out when registration goes live.
The changed pricing structure is as follows:
Basic Barbell I – $200 (1 week Early Bird discount – $150)
Basic Barbell I (2) – $150 (1 week EBD – $100)
Basic Barbell II – $150 (1 week EBD – $100)
Basic Barbell II (2) – $125 (1 week EBD – $75)
Basic Barbell II (3rd time or more) – $100 (1 week EBD – $50)
Basic Barbell III (invitation only) – $100 (1 week EBD – $50)
Basic Barbell III (2nd time or more) – Free
If you look over to the right, I have the dates posted for upcoming groups. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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