Phase IV question

[tmatthe200]

Could someone that has completed the Phase IV training help me?
Did you do each Step one time then go to the next Step on the next scheduled training day? Is it possible to progress that fast? I read the instructions and didn't see the answer.
I have a full set of Clubbells so I want to try it, especially after seeing the results of the OCS competitors.
I have the form down pretty good, I think, and currently work out with Clubbells 6 days per week with selected exercises. Still on the 15's for most and use one 25lb for ABC work.
(BTW: My upper body is transformed. It's unbelieveable. No more shoulder pain. Muscle everywhere. I feel better than when I was 20)
I'm 5'11", 180lb with 32" waist (started 185lb and soft 37" waist)
Thank you to the inventor. I really appreciate the tools.
Tom Matthews

[Scott Sonnon]

Tom,

Congratulations on your results.

PHASE IV is a density program (in particular Double-Density AM/PM, but this is not required.)

Choose your target volume using the formula described in PHASE IV QUESTIONNAIRE. Add 10% to your target volume with the 25lbs Clubbells to Murphy-proof your competitive volume.

PHASE I: 15lbs Clubbells - 25s are 1.67 times heavier than the 15s and therefore in 10 minutes the 15lbs Clubbell volume should be 1.67 * target volume. Create a Density Training Cycle and complete each step with an RT of 10 before continuing to the next step.

PHASE II: 20lbs Clubbells - 25s are 1.25 times heavier than the 20s and therefore in 10 minutes the 20lbs Clubbell volume should be 1.25 * target volume. Create a Density Training Cycle and complete each step with an RT of 10 before continuing to the next step.

PHASE III: 25lbs Clubbells - Target volume + 10%. Create a Density Training Cycle and complete each step with an RT of 10 before continuing to the next step.

PHASE IV: Time compression of 15, 20, 25lbs Clubbell cycles. Perform target volume + 10% AM/PM once every 3-4 days. Gradually perform AM/PM sessions closer together so that you precreate your competitive volume 2x before competition. Most important here is Rest, Recover, Maintain and Compete. Post your development to the Personal Logs for feedback. Enjoy the pain as well as the progress!

[tmatthe200]

Scott,
Thank you for the quick response.
You answered my question completely.
Regarding your pain comment; these Clubbells get you addicted to "productive" pain.

Best Regards,
Tom Matthews