[b]Notes:[/b] I opened up my Bill Starr 5x5 template 9-23-2012 and plugged in some numbers. I dropped my starting loads in the calculator as I have lost some strength over the summer and Running ability improved. I'm working on balancing the running, now that my cardio is up to par. I had the GXT stress test done September 14th as part of my final exam "learning experience" for my ISSA Personal Trainer Certification. I passed the GXT in the "average 20 year old" conditioning, and the ISSA test score of 87%. Knowing that our hearts can take the beaten of getting that "second wind" is important at this stage of life, pushing harder!

If anyone needs help on becoming a fitness trainer. I'm always available to share my enthusiasm to be successful.

I have one limitation in ROM in my left hip from a snapped femoral neck 14 years ago (driver side T-Bone on my left side, ribs too...). It is asymmetrical and I have to work around the new angle of articulation. I'm posting this for a reference for anyone recovering from reconstructive surgery, life does get better, and better if you work smart and happy RUNNING! ;)

Bill Starr 5x5

Linear Version for Intermediate Lifters

http:    //    madcow.hostzi.com/5x5_Program/Linear_5x5.htm

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Bill Starr - Glenn Pendlay 5x5

Periodized Version for Advanced Lifters

http:   //   stronglifts.com/madcow/5x5_Program/Periodized_5x5.htm

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Dec 03, 2007 11:42pm

Similar to Rippetoes Weight Progression, Reduced rest time before adding plates to bar or bells. Achieving new personal best every work out!! I'm a "Heavy breather" to pump oxygen and nutrients to muscles. Never hold breath ever...Failure Reps are always held for 10 to 15 seconds with slow return to Neutral point. Allow 4 days rest on target muscles. Watching scales at Morning Weight In. Increased calories as needed to maintain weight with 1"-1.5 in Love Handles. Searching for healthy meal plans and change meal themes weekly. Drink protein shakes in between meals 2-3 times a day. When the Wall is Hit I plan on changing Rippetoes and do High Reps of dips, squats, Hams, calves, abs, push ups, press,ect. Cutting weight while sweating like a pig. I want to keep my caloric in take high so the weight will NOT drop over 5-6 week plan. Then take a "deload" break. And then reprogram the Rippetoe Format. Maybe add one new supplement to take with Whey Protein. Thinking Creatine to bust Plateau.
I have a vision of Senior Health for strong bones, mass, and longevity Mentally and Physically.