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minorthird · 02-11-2008, 08:19 PM

This is my first post here. I picked up NROL a month ago, and started Break-In tonight: damn! I spent the last few workouts prior to tonight trying out a few of the new exercises to me, like squats, static lunges, step-ups, but the speed of the Break-in program takes it all up a notch.

I'm curious about something (I think I know the answer): The static lunges were a killer -- I was able to get the 15 reps on my left (weak) leg, but only 10 reps on my right -- I even dropped the weight for the second set. I wasn't able to do my second of rows. Should I wait until next Monday and "restart" Break-In with more manageable weight so I can get all my reps, or is this just setting a goal for me?

LisaS · 02-11-2008, 08:45 PM

just my opinion - do the "B" workout with weights you think you can just manage all reps for number of sets - and then do the same the next time "A" comes around now that you are "smarter"

Not sure where next Monday comes into play though - how often are you planning to lift? 3x a week?

tall_drinka_h20 · 02-12-2008, 02:11 AM

Wow... is the Break In that tough? I am just taking a week off after completing S2B and want to start NROL next week and have been reading up... but thought the Break In looked kinda boring... 2x a week only? and I am sure I could complete it in less than 1/2 hour? Can I skip this and go on to Hyp I, since I am trying to gain some mass? Or should I shut up and do the break in?

minorthird · 02-12-2008, 04:26 AM

I guess I should have introduced myself better.

I am doing the Eternal Beginner program, so I'm doing 2X/week for 4 weeks. I think this matches up with my "start a workout plan every year or two and only stick with it for a month or two" M.O. -- I've been aimlessly working out for the past 4 month now, though. I'm planning to do a Monday/Thursday plan for the next four weeks

And, tall-drinka, the general consensus around here is that you should at least give Break-in a shot for a couple workouts, just to get used to the speed and rhythym. Like I stated in my first post, the exercises are what got me as much it was the 60 second rests (ok, and the fact that I never do leg workouts....)

tcoy777 · 02-12-2008, 08:03 AM

I would do the break in first. It helps you with your form and preps your body for what is to come. If it seems easy to you then your not using the correct weight. Hyp 1 is really tough and you need to make sure your form is good on the exercises. You will see huge gains in Hyp 1.

Hunter · 02-12-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by tall_drinka_h20

Wow... is the Break In that tough? I am just taking a week off after completing S2B and want to start NROL next week and have been reading up... but thought the Break In looked kinda boring... 2x a week only? and I am sure I could complete it in less than 1/2 hour? Can I skip this and go on to Hyp I, since I am trying to gain some mass? Or should I shut up and do the break in?

You can do it 3x/week if you'd like. Do WO's A and B 2x each and see how you feel - if it's too easy, move on to Hyp I.

EricLikesLifting · 02-12-2008, 11:47 AM

I would also recommend giving the break in a try. Even if you feel you have good form on those exercises, you might not be used to the rep number, rest period, or a combination of those rep numbers with those rest periods. They are quick workouts. When I was doing them I did a little more other stuff in the gym like play basketball and maybe a few extra sets of body weight stuff because I like spending some time in the gym.

tall_drinka_h20 · 02-12-2008, 02:40 PM

Sweet, will do... I didn't realize you could do it more than 2x a week... and hear you on using the heaviest weights I can - this was definitely my weakness in my previous workout (lifting without a partner doesn't really help you push your limits) and not having a ton of experience in determining what weights I can handle when changing reps can be hit-or-miss... I hate having to wait another week to correct it!

EricLikesLifting · 02-12-2008, 03:08 PM

you just want to rest at least two days before repeating one of the workouts.

stingo · 02-17-2008, 07:25 AM

2, 3, or 4 times a week are ok - you just can't work out more than 2 days in a row.

tall_drinka_h20 · 02-18-2008, 04:50 AM

Ya, did the first one today and... ouch! It was harder than I thought... wasn't used to the higher reps and shorter recovery times - my hamstrings got worked... but really enjoyed it.

snakesonaplane · 02-18-2008, 10:46 AM

The biggest thing I think the break in does for someone that fits the Eternal Beginner profile is getting used to timed rest. 90% of the people I see in the gym do a set, and sit/talk with their buddies 5 min, do another set. I get in, lift, watch the second hand, lift again, etc. I have done 3x what they have done in 45 min, and I am out of there.