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08-17-2006, 08:15 AM
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Well-Trained Mathlete
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The Modified 5x5 Squat Program, By Mike Robertson
http://www.t-nation.com/readTopic.do?id=1206566
Seems like a pretty solid program for boosting squat strength, and I seem to fit the description of the trainee for whom this program is geared.
A quick question:
Is it necessary to use a belt where MR calls for it? I currently don't have one at my disposal, and I'd like to avoid the purchase if possible.
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08-17-2006, 09:57 AM
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Who dat? Who dere?
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IMO, belts should only be used for max lifts.
Incidentally, I tried using a belt a few weeks ago on deads, and I found it got in my way more than it helped.
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08-17-2006, 10:13 AM
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I just finished the article. Mike writes excellent programs. He does compete though, so my opinion is that you could do the program without the use of a belt at all. It never gets over 85% of your 1RM. But you could always ask the question of Mike himself over at T-Nation. He's a great guy and I'm sure would help you out.
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08-17-2006, 10:33 AM
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Well-Trained Mathlete
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Lisa and Steve, that's what I suspected, seeing as the max load in the program is 85% 1RM. Maybe I'll ask at T-Nation just to be safe...
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08-17-2006, 10:49 AM
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mike posts over here as well.
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08-17-2006, 11:01 AM
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Mike does check in, but I'm not sure he'd see this thread. You could send him a pm though. He'd get that for sure.
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Exercise and nutrition play equal roles, and the motivation and discipline to stay consistent are really the glue that holds a program together.
--Alan Aragon
LISA is ROWDY AWESOME.
--N e w m a n
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08-17-2006, 11:21 AM
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Well-Trained Mathlete
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Good call. Will do.
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08-17-2006, 11:28 AM
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Mike Robertson is IN THE HOUSE.
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Exercise and nutrition play equal roles, and the motivation and discipline to stay consistent are really the glue that holds a program together.
--Alan Aragon
LISA is ROWDY AWESOME.
--N e w m a n
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08-17-2006, 11:29 AM
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Milkman -
Figured I'd just answer this here...
It's all about what you're comfortable with; if you're using that kind of load sans belt, than go for it. I was really pushing my loading for cycle-to-cycle, so I felt more comfortable using the belt.
Again, it's all about preference and what you're comfortable with. Let me know how it works for you!
Stay strong
MR
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08-17-2006, 12:02 PM
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Well-Trained Mathlete
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Sweet. Thanks Mike!
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