The Beginner Workout
The beginner’s workout is based on a modified version of Mark Rippetoe’s “Starting Strength” program. You are to go four times a week to the gym for an average of 30 minutes each workout and alternate between the “A” and “B” workouts. A “set” is a collection of reps in a single interval. A “rep” is a single completion of a workout. “Load” means what percentage of the maximum amount of weight you can lift.
A
Workout |
Sets |
Reps per Set |
Load per Rep |
Squat |
3 |
5 |
80% |
Bench Press |
3 |
5 |
80% |
Power Cleans |
3 |
5 |
70% |
Bicep Curls |
2 |
10-12 |
65% |
B
Workout |
Sets |
Reps per Set |
Load per Rep |
Deadlift |
3 |
5 |
80% |
Shoulder Press |
3 |
5 |
80% |
Pull-Ups |
3 |
Till Failure |
Your Body Weight or Less |
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