“Programming” ideas for wife “trying” a few lifts…

[Tank50]

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.

[Mark Rippetoe]

It has to be HER idea, not yours.

Just like moving cattle between pastures.

[Tank50]

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?

[Mark Rippetoe]

The most important thing is that she remains comfortable.

[HailMary]

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.