Hint/Tip STS Deal of the Day! So late to the party - Page 2

KateTT · 10-17-17, 01:39 PM

I LOVE STS!! One of the best strength sets ever! And the only written rotation I've ever done. I did the 3 month rotation with my own choice of cardio and I got tight! My arms were well defined and I got stronger.

I've actually been thinking about doing another rotation. I think I got some of my best results using STS. At the time I didn't eat very well so can't say I lost much weight, but now I eat cleaner and am curious to see what would happen this time.

If you like Cathe and lifting weights I say go for it! It's fun, its not boring and I think many people would get some results.

momofcha · 10-17-17, 03:44 PM

ok you guys are so convincing. Is the rotation in the users' guide?

Meso 1
week 1 - discs 1, 2, 3 with cardio in between
week 2 - discs 4, 5,6
week 3 - disc 7, 8, 9
week 4 - disc 10, 11, 12

do you immediately go into Meso 2 on week 5? nevermind - I see week 5 is an active recovery week

thanks

horusosiris · 10-17-17, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by momofcha

ok you guys are so convincing. Is the rotation in the users' guide?

Yes, the rotation is in the STS guide.

Meso 1
week 1 - discs 1, 2, 3 with cardio in between
week 2 - discs 4, 5,6
week 3 - disc 7, 8, 9
week 4 - disc 10, 11, 12

do you immediately go into Meso 2 on week 5? nevermind - I see week 5 is an active recovery week

thanks

Meso One - Weeks 1-4
Rest - Week 5 (active recovery)
Meso 2- Weeks 6-9
Rest- Week 10 (active recovery)
Meso 3 - Weeks 11-14
Rest - Week 15 (active recovery)

momofcha · 10-17-17, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horusosiris

Meso One - Weeks 1-4
Rest - Week 5 (active recovery)
Meso 2- Weeks 6-9
Rest- Week 10 (active recovery)
Meso 3 - Weeks 11-14
Rest - Week 15 (active recovery)

thanks I found it. Who knew I had an account on cathe for the workout manager. I may give this a try and see how it goes for a week. I'm not sure I have room for my barbell with my current set up

muggle · 10-17-17, 06:01 PM

I’ve always wanted to try this but I don’t own it. I’m concerned my legs will get thick. I really don’t want that.

Sharaz · 10-17-17, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horusosiris

Meso One - Weeks 1-4
Rest - Week 5 (active recovery)
Meso 2- Weeks 6-9
Rest- Week 10 (active recovery)
Meso 3 - Weeks 11-14
Rest - Week 15 (active recovery)

Thanks for posting!

I’m going to follow a similar breakdown for my current rotation.

Sharaz · 10-17-17, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momofcha

thanks I found it. Who knew I had an account on cathe for the workout manager. I may give this a try and see how it goes for a week. I'm not sure I have room for my barbell with my current set up

Good! I started a new rotation and I’m liking it very much

But I want to do STS next year.

My rotation and STS fit well before 80 day obsession.

I think so

Sharaz · 10-17-17, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by muggle

I’ve always wanted to try this but I don’t own it. I’m concerned my legs will get thick. I really don’t want that.

What do you want? Upper body definition only?

Sharaz · 10-17-17, 06:19 PM

Thanks ALL for the feedback. I placed my order a few minutes ago

I’m picky with my workout choices and researched STS. Linear periodization is great for building strength. 3 days a week sounds perfect for me. I can choose from my favorite cardio workouts each Mesocycle adding variety to the program. Having the adequate rest periods counted for you is a plus during this types of programs. I don’t have time for that at this moment. I notice that without rest timing people usually cheat and end up finishing an hour routine in an hour a a half. I see this all the time at the gym. Guy go heavy and then pick the phone for 5 minutes. The same applies to metabolic circuits. People rest more than needed for the intended purpose of these type of workouts. That is why I love Cathe FB workouts. Barely rest per muscle group/sets.

I also added to cart PHA, Total Body Giant Sets, and Ramped Up Upper Body.

buffmama · 10-19-17, 12:06 PM

Sharaz you have special motivating powers! I ditched L&S yet here I am caught by the STS bug after owning it for a few years and always being overwhelmed by it. 3 days a week - I can do that, maybe even for the whole workout.

I have a question about the rest breaks. I know when we keep them short they keep the heart rate up, but if they're longer I can lift heavier. Is that just putting a different emphasis on my workouts or something I really don't want to do?

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10-17-17, 01:39 PM
KateTT VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spicer, MN	I LOVE STS!! One of the best strength sets ever! And the only written rotation I've ever done. I did the 3 month rotation with my own choice of cardio and I got tight! My arms were well defined and I got stronger. I've actually been thinking about doing another rotation. I think I got some of my best results using STS. At the time I didn't eat very well so can't say I lost much weight, but now I eat cleaner and am curious to see what would happen this time. If you like Cathe and lifting weights I say go for it! It's fun, its not boring and I think many people would get some results. __________________ *Do your BEST and Forget the Rrrrest! Tony Horton* When your body screams, tell it to shut up! Body Pump "Where I am today is where my mind put me. Where I'll be tomorrow is where my mind put me." - Billy Blanks *I'm a SHOCKING GRADUATE of STS!!!! Feb - May '09!* *I did it again! I'm a SHOCKING GRADUATE of STS!!!! Feb - May 2018!* Beachbody On Demand 80 Day Obsession - Full Rotation June - September 2018 *Third time's a charm! I'm a SHOCKING GRADUATE of STS!!!! July-Oct 2020!*

10-17-17, 03:44 PM
momofcha Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Illinois	ok you guys are so convincing. Is the rotation in the users' guide? Meso 1 week 1 - discs 1, 2, 3 with cardio in between week 2 - discs 4, 5,6 week 3 - disc 7, 8, 9 week 4 - disc 10, 11, 12 do you immediately go into Meso 2 on week 5? nevermind - I see week 5 is an active recovery week thanks __________________ Sue "I'm just one workout away from a good mood." ~ Valerie Waters

10-17-17, 06:01 PM
muggle Join Date: Jan 2016	I’ve always wanted to try this but I don’t own it. I’m concerned my legs will get thick. I really don’t want that.

10-17-17, 06:19 PM
Sharaz Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: South Florida	Thanks ALL for the feedback. I placed my order a few minutes ago I’m picky with my workout choices and researched STS. Linear periodization is great for building strength. 3 days a week sounds perfect for me. I can choose from my favorite cardio workouts each Mesocycle adding variety to the program. Having the adequate rest periods counted for you is a plus during this types of programs. I don’t have time for that at this moment. I notice that without rest timing people usually cheat and end up finishing an hour routine in an hour a a half. I see this all the time at the gym. Guy go heavy and then pick the phone for 5 minutes. The same applies to metabolic circuits. People rest more than needed for the intended purpose of these type of workouts. That is why I love Cathe FB workouts. Barely rest per muscle group/sets. I also added to cart PHA, Total Body Giant Sets, and Ramped Up Upper Body. __________________ 🙃💪🏼👠🌑💥🐓🥊🎉⏳🏖✈️🏐🏋🏼 🏕🎼🦁 Fitness IG @sharazdeleon

10-19-17, 12:06 PM
buffmama Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New York	Sharaz you have special motivating powers! I ditched L&S yet here I am caught by the STS bug after owning it for a few years and always being overwhelmed by it. 3 days a week - I can do that, maybe even for the whole workout. I have a question about the rest breaks. I know when we keep them short they keep the heart rate up, but if they're longer I can lift heavier. Is that just putting a different emphasis on my workouts or something I really don't want to do? __________________ Happiness is when my fur baby shares the sunny spot on the mat.