marcelotine
Level 4 Valued Member
I have two questions regarding Faleev's 80/20.
1. How do you cycle this program? I have read different things as I have pursued through earlier threads on this program. I have read comments that you should cycle similarly to PTTP, or that a cycle should be 6-12 weeks long, and that there is no need to cycle for a while (what does that really mean?). I have also been told that if you stall at a particular weight for more than two weeks, you should reset ten pounds higher similar to PTTP and start a new cycle, whereas the article seems to be saying you stick with the weight until you hit 5x5 can keep going, and possibly make a 5lbs jump rather than 10lbs if it gets too difficult.
Also, am I correct in understanding that the 3 exercises should be cycled together and not on their own? How do you navigate this if you hit a wall with one of them early?
I would appreciate some clarity on this - what should cycling look like for a relative beginner?
2. How do you choose the right starting weight for this program?
1. How do you cycle this program? I have read different things as I have pursued through earlier threads on this program. I have read comments that you should cycle similarly to PTTP, or that a cycle should be 6-12 weeks long, and that there is no need to cycle for a while (what does that really mean?). I have also been told that if you stall at a particular weight for more than two weeks, you should reset ten pounds higher similar to PTTP and start a new cycle, whereas the article seems to be saying you stick with the weight until you hit 5x5 can keep going, and possibly make a 5lbs jump rather than 10lbs if it gets too difficult.
Also, am I correct in understanding that the 3 exercises should be cycled together and not on their own? How do you navigate this if you hit a wall with one of them early?
I would appreciate some clarity on this - what should cycling look like for a relative beginner?
2. How do you choose the right starting weight for this program?