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    I have not specifically asked that question. It certainly seems like a wise move to ask HER goals for doing a barbell session. I will do that.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jason Donaldson View Post
    It has to be HER idea, not yours.
    Just like moving cattle between pastures.

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    She did tell me today that as t she wanted to try to get stronger. I think she feels comfortable with DL and bench so I think we’ll just try those once a week and see how it goes.

    I think I’ll just have her do 3 x 5 on bench (assuming we would microload pretty quickly and switch to 3s when needed)

    Then work up to a heavy set on DLs. I suppose I’ll have to just monitor progress and see if a 2nd set would be needed to drive progress since it’s only once a week.

    Any other thoughts?

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    The most important thing is that she remains comfortable.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tank50 View Post
    Haha. She’s my only girlfriend (and I’ll keep her because she’s a good one). I do appreciate the wisdom in what you are saying.

    Perhaps my post came across like I’m trying to get her to do this. I know the value if she would but I’m really not trying to convince her. She asked about doing one session a week so I’m trying to accommodate. Essentially I’m just trying to make that session actually productive for her and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts.

    If possible, I would turn it over to a SS coach. Schedule a session to learn the major lifts. She can discuss programming options with the coach. And get a copy of The Barbell Prescription.

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    Just wanted to update you guys on how things have gone so far in case it is helpful to anyone in the future.

    After about 8 weeks of training, my wife has been averaging approximately 1.5 sessions a week. One a week sometimes, and twice a week on others. Despite this slight inconsistency, she has made good progress.

    Deadlift has gone from 93lbs to 163lbs for sets (up 70 lbs)

    Bench has gone from 78lbs to 95lbs (up 17 lbs) for sets.

    She has also transitioned from goblet squats with dumbbells to high bar squats(her choice) about 3 weeks ago and has been progressing those up as well.

    She also does lat pulldowns, and one set of triceps and one of biceps each workout.

    All in all, it has gone well and she is happy with her progress. Just wanted to update you guys. Thanks for all your help and input.

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