What else besides west Side for strength?

[Slyder190]

I have looked up WS and read a little about it here and there off the recomended wb sites and what not. Seems very complicated. I was thinking of ordering the tapes, but not sure since I don't know I can use the routine due the exact way it should be done because I have a herniated dsic. ANy other books or routines that can help me add some strength? Thanks.

 

[ZZuluZ]

WS is only complicated at first.....you'll get the hang of it soon enough. Most people here will tell you it's the way to go.

If not, then I recommend you look into strength periodization or Neural Potentiating routines, like the works of Pavel Tsatsouline.

-Zulu

 

[Prometheus]

agree it seems complicated at first read, but after you get into it you'll see its pretty simple and intuitive.

I don't know what to tell you about your back - that really sucks - but you might be able to start with just the upper-body part of the system. the upper and lower body are distinct in WS, so you could begin incorporating some WS principles now, like the ME/DE split, etc.

also, I think Simmons' motivation for using the reverse hyper was rehab for a severe spinal injury he had - so you might find that movement good for rehab for your back.

 

[b fold the truth]

If you are just beginning...then pick the most simple movements that you can and do them once a week or so. Keep your reps under 10 mostly, and progressively use heavier weights. Modify as necessary.

Ohh...strengthen your abs...your back will thank you for it.

B True