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Weeks 1-2:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 15 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Stiff-Legged Deadlifts - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dips - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
DB Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
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Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 15 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Friday.
Weeks 3-4:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 10 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Stiff-Legged Deadlifts - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dips - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
DB Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Triceps Pushdowns - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 10 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Medium-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Friday.
Weeks 5-6:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Glute-Ham Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Wide Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Friday.
Weeks 7-8:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Glute-Ham Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Friday.
Week 9 - Strategic Deconditioning (Rest Week)
Weeks 10+
From here you can start the cycle over again. It would also be a good idea to change some of the exercises. For example, switch Dumbbell Curls with Reverse Curls.
Who Would
An HST Workout Appeal To?
An HST workout would appeal to almost anyone looking to put on muscle and increase strength. The entire concept of HST is based on real science and it looks like a solid training idea. It is much better than trying some workout you read in a magazine that promises 10 lbs of muscle in a week. HST is a proven training idea that will pack on muscle on a consistent basis.
RELATED ARTICLE
HST For Dummies.
If you are looking for mainly size, with some strength on the side, HST is the way to go. Continue here for an explanation on HST and how often it should be done.
[ Click here to learn more. ]
Bodybuilders would benefit very well by switching from a conventional split routine to an HST routine for 8 weeks. Someone going from a "conventional" routine to an HST routine would be pleasantly surprised by the results. This is because homeostasis would be disrupted as each body part would be trained 3 times per week, but with a lower volume each session, keeping almost constant stimulation for each muscle group to grow.
Who Wouldn't
An HST Workout Appeal To?
An HST workout would probably not appeal to someone looking to maintain their weight or someone that is in a cutting phase. HST is meant for people looking to gain mass and best results are achieved when there is a caloric surplus.
Also, powerlifters, wrestlers, or boxers that must stay in a specific weight class would probably not be inclined to start an HST routine for the simple reason that a considerable amount of weight will most likely be gained when partaking in such a routine. Lastly, an HST workout would not appeal to beginners because of the difficulty presented by the workouts.
Bonus Question:
Have you tried an HST program? If so, how well did it work? If not, do you think it's a routine worth trying?
I have not tried an HST program in the past but I plan on doing so in the near future. It looks like a very solid routine with sound principles and I simply want to see how well it actually works. I will follow the routine for 8 weeks while following a diet with a large caloric surplus in hopes of gaining as much muscle as possible.
I think the HST program is worth it because there seem to be no gimmicks, just proven and consistent results. HST is also known to create fast strength gains so this is an added bonus.
RELATED POLL
Have You Ever Tried An HST Program?
Yes.
No.
No, But I Will.
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Weeks 1-2:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 15 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Stiff-Legged Deadlifts - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dips - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
DB Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Click Image To Enlarge.
Video Guide: Windows Media (196 KB) MPEG (436 KB)
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 15 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 15 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 15 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 1-2 Friday.
Weeks 3-4:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 10 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Medium Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Stiff-Legged Deadlifts - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dips - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
DB Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Triceps Pushdowns - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 10 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Dips - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Medium-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 3-4 Friday.
Weeks 5-6:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Glute-Ham Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Wide Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 5-6 Friday.
Weeks 7-8:
Monday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Crunches - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Monday.
Wednesday:
Split Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Glute-Ham Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Behind the Back Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Wide-Grip Chin-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Lateral Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Hammer Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Skull Crushers - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
1-Leg Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Decline Sit-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Wednesday.
Friday:
Full Squats - 1-2 Warm-Up Sets + 1 Set x 5 Reps
Snatch-Grip Deadlifts - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Shrugs - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Incline Bench Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Weighted Dips - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Medium-Grip Pull-Ups - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Pendlay Rows - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Military Press - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Bent-Over Rear Lateral Raises - 1 Set x 5 Reps
Dumbbell Curls - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Decline Triceps Extensions - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Calf Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Leg Raises - 2 Sets x 5 Reps
Click Here For A Printable Log Of Weeks 7-8 Friday.
Week 9 - Strategic Deconditioning (Rest Week)
Weeks 10+
From here you can start the cycle over again. It would also be a good idea to change some of the exercises. For example, switch Dumbbell Curls with Reverse Curls.
Who Would
An HST Workout Appeal To?
An HST workout would appeal to almost anyone looking to put on muscle and increase strength. The entire concept of HST is based on real science and it looks like a solid training idea. It is much better than trying some workout you read in a magazine that promises 10 lbs of muscle in a week. HST is a proven training idea that will pack on muscle on a consistent basis.
RELATED ARTICLE
HST For Dummies.
If you are looking for mainly size, with some strength on the side, HST is the way to go. Continue here for an explanation on HST and how often it should be done.
[ Click here to learn more. ]
Bodybuilders would benefit very well by switching from a conventional split routine to an HST routine for 8 weeks. Someone going from a "conventional" routine to an HST routine would be pleasantly surprised by the results. This is because homeostasis would be disrupted as each body part would be trained 3 times per week, but with a lower volume each session, keeping almost constant stimulation for each muscle group to grow.
Who Wouldn't
An HST Workout Appeal To?
An HST workout would probably not appeal to someone looking to maintain their weight or someone that is in a cutting phase. HST is meant for people looking to gain mass and best results are achieved when there is a caloric surplus.
Also, powerlifters, wrestlers, or boxers that must stay in a specific weight class would probably not be inclined to start an HST routine for the simple reason that a considerable amount of weight will most likely be gained when partaking in such a routine. Lastly, an HST workout would not appeal to beginners because of the difficulty presented by the workouts.
Bonus Question:
Have you tried an HST program? If so, how well did it work? If not, do you think it's a routine worth trying?
I have not tried an HST program in the past but I plan on doing so in the near future. It looks like a very solid routine with sound principles and I simply want to see how well it actually works. I will follow the routine for 8 weeks while following a diet with a large caloric surplus in hopes of gaining as much muscle as possible.
I think the HST program is worth it because there seem to be no gimmicks, just proven and consistent results. HST is also known to create fast strength gains so this is an added bonus.
RELATED POLL
Have You Ever Tried An HST Program?
Yes.
No.
No, But I Will.
Review Of Other Articles
Or "Why Wasn't Mine Picked?"
Tommyj75
Pro's
On topic and generally well constructed.
Con's
Light on content for an article. Over use of first person pronoun "I" in last paragraph.
Comments: This writer displayed a crisp direct style. With more practice pleasant and informative articles may be had. Reading past winners will give a good idea of content length.
While construction was pleasant, content was arguably a bit dry. Conveying your personal touch without coming off as egotistical is a fine line. Injecting more of a personal touch, as if telling a story to a friend may help.
PRIMAL
Pro's
Good job of demonstrating a command of the subject. Excellent job of balancing an authoritative stance with conversational tone.
Con's
Spelling errors. After a great job answering first question, content was lagging.
Comments: Better proof reading and more balance may help. The answer to the first question was comprehensive. The remainder of the article may have been a bit terse. Especially the section on who would not like HST.
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