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MILON · 09-23-2008, 13:09

Blitzz,

I downloaded the program, read through it, and I think its a great program for improving strength and work capacity. I have used this same method in my own training and, to a similar degree, with some of my athletes. However, I have to say I disagree with a couple of your statements.

Every system of exercise out there is definately NOT the same. The Blitz System is designed to increase work capacity by focusing on a density (amt. of work/unit of time) progression. You can focus program in a number of different ways and still achieve similar result. Like I mentioned before though, Blitz works great and kicks your ass, BUT if you want to concentrate on max strength, its not the best option. So, I would use a different system to accomplish different goals is what I am saying.

I dont believe there is no pain involved with this program either. Pain is subjective. No injuries, I do believe with a grain of salt. When you only work at 33% of your 1RM the likelyhood of injury is VERY low and lower if you performing basic excercises.

Overall, I believe the Blitz method would be a great tool in anyone's program. Especially if increasing work capacity is the desired result. But, I would simply consider it another tool in my tool box. If you can get it going with the 5th group or anyone I'd be willing to be you'd have a lot of success with it.

Moeasy,

Thanks for the reply. That answers my question.

09-23-2008, 13:09	#57
MILON Guerrilla Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 107	Blitzz, I downloaded the program, read through it, and I think its a great program for improving strength and work capacity. I have used this same method in my own training and, to a similar degree, with some of my athletes. However, I have to say I disagree with a couple of your statements. Every system of exercise out there is definately NOT the same. The Blitz System is designed to increase work capacity by focusing on a density (amt. of work/unit of time) progression. You can focus program in a number of different ways and still achieve similar result. Like I mentioned before though, Blitz works great and kicks your ass, BUT if you want to concentrate on max strength, its not the best option. So, I would use a different system to accomplish different goals is what I am saying. I dont believe there is no pain involved with this program either. Pain is subjective. No injuries, I do believe with a grain of salt. When you only work at 33% of your 1RM the likelyhood of injury is VERY low and lower if you performing basic excercises. Overall, I believe the Blitz method would be a great tool in anyone's program. Especially if increasing work capacity is the desired result. But, I would simply consider it another tool in my tool box. If you can get it going with the 5th group or anyone I'd be willing to be you'd have a lot of success with it. Moeasy, Thanks for the reply. That answers my question.
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