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This is the original starting strength novice training program.

The original Starting Strength novice training program from Mark Rippletoe. This program should not be attempted without learning more about Starting Strength.

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Original Starting Strength Analysis

Muscle Usage

Muscle usage is determined by the frequency with which workouts use a muscle. More.

Arms
Triceps, Forearms
high
Back
Upper Back, Middle Back
high
Chest
Upper Chest, Chest
high
Core
Lower Back, Abs, Obliques
high
Legs
Buttocks, Calves, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
very high
Shoulders
Front Shoulders, Side Shoulders, Upper Shoulders
high

Scheme

The scheme is the type, or types, of workouts done on a day. More.

Goals

The goals, or objectives, for workouts in this program.

Frequency

Days Per Week
3.1 This program has a workout scheduled an average of 3.1 days per week.
Workouts Per Day
1.0 On a day where workouts are scheduled, an average of 1.0 workout are scheduled.

Tags

Tags appearing on workouts in this program.

Times

The times required to complete workouts. More.

Scaling

Workouts scaled (modified) before being logged.