[brandonmenc]

> The drawback of this is that there's this idea that he is the standard. But he's actually very opinionated, has some outdated info, and is very focused on powerlifting.

Came here to say the same thing. And afaict even his powerlifting advice is bizarre and dated.

After helping out some beginners get into lifting I'd say his program is at best a poor use of time and at worst, dangerous and encourages injury.

[ng12]

Could you clarify? If you're starting from nothing and your goal is strength I'm not sure what could possibly be more efficient than SS.

[oarfish]

Probably any program that does not depend on doing RPE 10 efforts. There's this cringe video segment of his where he confidently states that the grindy last few reps are the ones that matter, which has no scientific basis.

But as a novice, you can progress linearly for some time and it's viable, as long as you know when to tap out. And then you might as well start with something more long term altogether.

[maxglute]

My observation is most lifters can't assess RPE/RIR if they don't start with an intensity driven program that forces failure as part of progression. Much better to learn how the feeling of grinding early on with baby weights with low injury chance.

[mmmrk]

Can you expand on why you think it's a waste of time?