Basic Barbell 101 Starts January 18th

Update January 6, 2014

We are already getting enrollments for this new training offering, which is phenomenal, but we are also getting some really good questions about the training. Cara asked a question I think many of you may have on your mind; “What are the top benefits of this training? I am working on building strength and muscle, and weight loss. How would this help me exactly? This is all new to me.”

Here was my answer to Cara; “A focused session of Barbell training will help get you stronger, which will allow you to increase your intensity and loading in your regular training. Train harder = more results. An added benefit for ladies is helping them see how strong they really are and what they are capable of doing. For instance after having a bar on your back with some heavy (appropriate for you) load, it won’t be so intimidating to pick up something heavier for a goblet squat. Make sense?”

Well of course it makes sense! And while our group training continues to lead the pack, I can tell you from personal experience while developing and training for this course that my loads have gone up all across the board. It’s a win-win.

We are really excited to get things started on the first workshop series of the New Year!

When we sent out our year end survey, Basic Barbell Training and StrongHER were your 2 most requested workshops. For this first go round we are going to combine the men and the ladies; I am just hoping the ladies don’t put too much of a hurt on you gentlemen! 🙂

Basic Barbell 101 will cover 3 of the 5 main barbell lifts as outlined in Mark Rippetoe’s seminal work “Starting Strength: Basic Barbell Training” – the Squat, Deadlift, and Bench Press. If you would like to get a jump start on barbell training philosophy and technique, you can pick up the Kindle version for less than $10 bucks here on Amazon.

Ladies, don’t shy away from this one. As Coach Meagan reminded us in her excellent article Seven Strength Superstitions Women Believe, stronger is better for the ladies too.

To enroll for this 6-week workshop series you must have been screened with the FMS and be clear of yellow and purple bands. We also will want to evaluate shoulder stability and integrity on an individual basis. If you have any questions about this please let me know.

Enrollment for this intensive 6-week workshop will be limited to 12 athletes (yes I am talking to you!), so don’t delay. The workshop session will run on 6 successive Saturdays starting January 18th through February 22nd. Each session will be 1 hour in length. You will never see this course offered at this low introductory price again, so take action and Make It Happen!

To enroll through MindBody:

• Click here to access your MindBody site
• Select the “Online Store” tab on the right side of the menu bar
• If necessary select “Workshops”
• Select “6-Week Basic Barbell Intro”
• Click “Yes”
• Confirm your purchase and select “Check Out”
• Login to your account to complete your purchase. If you have never logged into MindBody the system will help you out. Please let us know if you have any questions.

I look forward to seeing you Saturday the 18th!

Basic Barbell 101/StrongHER
6-Week Workshop
Starting Date: January 18th
Time: 8:15am – 9:15am
Place: Get Fit NH Concord
Cost: $97

See you there!