Chapter 5-Kraemer
Critical program variables are tools Variation leads to infinite number of workouts Light, medium and heavy days Dramatic changes lead to adaptations
Begin with low load, high volume Few exercises Volume increase first 3-6 weeks 3 days a week Nonlinear is advanced Not all muscle is stimulated (light vs heavy) Intensity is Priority!
Very quick and fast Explosive exercises 30-45% intensity Heavy weights are slow Plyos and med ball work is fast Stretch shorten cycle Increase Power!
Warm-up sets Near max resistance Large muscle mass % intensity 3 sets 1-3 reps 3-5 min rest
Fast and explosive High velocity Motor unit recruitment 30-45% intensity 3 sets 3 reps 4-5 min rest
Bodybuilding style High anabolic hormone release Shorter rest (over time) 75-85% intensity 3-5 sets 8-10 reps 1-3 min rest
Less motor unit recruitment Local muscular endurance No warm-up sets 50-60% intensity 2-4 sets reps 1-2 min rest
Limitless variation and workouts Sequence is key Flexible Readiness
Tonight –finalize program design Next week chapter 8