Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
On training days calling for heavier loads with weights you’ve never handled before, it’s not uncommon to rest five to ten minutes between sets.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
THOU SHALT REST A MINIMUM OF TWO MINUTES BETWEEN SETS
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
Some trainees use the minimum doses for certain exercises, and max sets/reps to target problem areas.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
Consistency and persistence can move mountains. Don’t break the chain.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
‘simplicity is the ultimate sophistication’.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
simplicity wins out over complicated.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
Think of the old Tortoise and Hare fable. When you approach your strength training, be the tortoise, grasshopper. Go slow and focus on progressing. Slow and steady. When you’re conditioning, be the rabbit. Go all out if required.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
For the operational athlete, training is about improving the attribute, not about getting better at using the tool.
K. Black • Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete
Zulu revolves around a cluster of 4-6 main lifts+ performed over 4 days through the week. Each lift is practiced twice a week. If you can handle the volume, you can use up to 6 or 7major lifts + accessories.