Thorne
Level 1 Valued Member
Hi all --
I just completed the FPP and managed to increase my max reps from 6 to 13, so very pleased. Worked the 5RM version of the program even though I could do 6 at the start (I think keeping a rep in the tank helped) and employed a GTG approach, often taking 30+ minutes between sets. As background, I'm a 35 yo male.
My question is really two-fold:
(1) Any thoughts on the kind of volume going forward that will / might be required to maintain the strength that I have gained here? I have every intention of continuing to do pullups along with the rest of my training, but I'm wondering if maintenance will require certain minimums? At the tail end of the FPP the volume pushes +200 pullups a week...
(2) Is it reasonable to expect continued gains if repeating the program after a period of time off? I was considering doing it again at the 5RM level but just adding load. Wondered if any others have done the program more than once and your experience in doing so.
Thanks!
I just completed the FPP and managed to increase my max reps from 6 to 13, so very pleased. Worked the 5RM version of the program even though I could do 6 at the start (I think keeping a rep in the tank helped) and employed a GTG approach, often taking 30+ minutes between sets. As background, I'm a 35 yo male.
My question is really two-fold:
(1) Any thoughts on the kind of volume going forward that will / might be required to maintain the strength that I have gained here? I have every intention of continuing to do pullups along with the rest of my training, but I'm wondering if maintenance will require certain minimums? At the tail end of the FPP the volume pushes +200 pullups a week...
(2) Is it reasonable to expect continued gains if repeating the program after a period of time off? I was considering doing it again at the 5RM level but just adding load. Wondered if any others have done the program more than once and your experience in doing so.
Thanks!