GVT and keto

 

GVT and keto can be combined. If you combine GVT and keto it is better on a cut. For a bulk, you might want to allow for more carbs. For a cut, you might want to combine keto with a program that is more focused on maximum tension rather than volume for muscle definition. 

Topics: Lift stronger, German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength, Diet

Can you do Stronglifts forever?

 

You can do Stronglifts 5x5 for a year, maybe two. After this amount of time, you will need to change from a mental or physical point of view. Otherwise, you will make suboptimal gains or get mentally exhausted. This article shows you alternatives and you can always contact me via pascal@marathon-crossfit.com for questions.

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Fitness, Strength

Deadlift and abs

 

The deadlift alone will not give you a six-pack. You will need a proper diet plan to achieve this goal. The diet plan will also be more important than the work you put in the gym. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength, Diet

GVT and HIIT 

German Volume Training and High-Intensity IntervalTraining can be combined. Focus first on your main goal. Pick one of the two programs and a matching diet. If that does not make you bigger or more chiseled, expand the exercise by adding GVT or HIIT. Avoid doing a lot of exercise with pairing it with proper dieting. 

Topics: Lift stronger, German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength, Diet

Deadlift and running

 

You can deadlift and run. They will distract from each other if you want to be successful in endurance or strength. If you want to get ripped focus on diet. If you want to avoid injuries in running and have the time, lift to lower the likelihood of injury.

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength, Diet

GVT and cutting [Article]

German Volume Training and cutting can go together. A bulk is a better partner for GVT. If you combine GVT with a cut focus on maximum tension in every repetition. Scale back on weight as needed.

Topics: Lift stronger, German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength

Stronglifts and intermittent fasting

 

Stronglifts and intermittent fasting can be combined. For beginners interested in strength development a bigger window for calorie intake is preferable. For Bodybuilders who are cutting it is better to pair fasting with a program with a bigger bias towards hypertrophy.

Topics: Stronglifts 5x5, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Diet, Bodybuilding, Strongman

Deadlift or good morning

 

The deadlift is at the center of most strength focused programs. The good morning is usually used as accessory work for experienced lifters with lower back weaknesses. This article outlines the pros and cons of both lifts and whether they cover your needs. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Diet, Bodybuilding, Strongman

GVT and HIIT

 

GVT and HIIT can be combined depending on your goals. Based on this pair GVT with a bulking diet first and HIIT with a cutting diet. If this does not get the desired results to move on to adding more exercise. 

Topics: German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength

How Stronglifts 5x5 works

 

Stronglifts  5x5 works with a progressive overload to get you stronger. This means you increase the weight lifted in little increments from workout to workout. This article explains the principle in more detail and shows alternatives. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Fitness, Strength