That's one of the things I like about self-publishing, I can make updates nd changes to my books anytime and they never getting on train locked into place. In fact, I plan on updating all of my books next year including a whole new rewrite of Fitness Independence!
This is super validating to see. Two weeks ago I decided to make my second push-pull-squat day of the week a 5x5 protocol focusing on greater demand and lower reps during the strength phase and I throw in some Animal Flow during the stability work. This week I decided to go totally with a 5x5 protocol and see how that worked for a while. As luck would have it, it sounds like my instincts were pointing me in the right direction already! :D
Truly amazing, thanks so much for everything. This is by far the style of training that resonnates the most with me. With covid and remote working, I believe your microworkouts will revolutionnate the way people move. Keep it up. With Ido Portal's floreio, etc. list of moves, there's so many to choose from that we can do anywhere. No need for gyms and before dinner we can always train with rings/barbell but if we allready trained 5-6x times for 3 intense minutes during the day, no need for an hour+ of working out. Keep it simple and playfull, one love
This is one of the things I appreciate the most about you, Matt, you are never hesitant to admit when things can be done better or to make corrections. I have tons of respect for anyone who can, even at the potentiality of causing new learners to hold off on buying the book. Which, they shouldn't, because all of the information is far too great to be overlooked and this video builds on it, not destroys it. You've tirelessly made fitness videos without monetization and written many books for free (which, for others reading this, are still available and doesn't require an email address, just simply download and enjoy!). I'm going to make an educated guess that you've probably influenced several "influencers" along the way and never gotten the credit for it. Though, admirably, you're not the type of person to care about such things. Stay safe, stay healthy, and have a peaceful evening!
This is funny (in a good way)... after a year of great results following the book I was going to ask you during your next Wednesday Q&A about reducing strength reps from 15 to 10 before increasing resistance... now I got to think up a new question!
Hi Matt! It's great that you have updated the Grind-Style program. I just purchased the Kindle version of the book this passed March and was wondering if you would update your digital readers? I know you don't have to, or if it's even possible, but it would be nice. I just checked on my Kindle and the copy I bought has a publication date of July 22, 2019. Thanks for your consideration. 🙂
That is certainly something I'm probably going to do. Right now I have a lot on my plate so that's going to be on the back buner. I was considering taking these idea and publishing an update, but by the time that happen it may be a few months. I figure it's best to just make videos like this and get the info to you asap. But yea, I'm actually planning on updating the full RDP library next year.
@@RedDeltaProject As one of your many appreciative readers/viewers, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. I look forward to each of your videos and have several of your books. Always great information and ideas! 🙂
Hey Matt, long-time follower here (back to the CC days). I almost never make any comments (no need, you explain things very clearly) but I'm curious. Now that you're saying to use 3-5 sets in the grind phase, do you have a preferred method for how to back-fill those sets?
Wow over 1.5 year's old already? I would love to know your thoughts on working out very intense and taking more day's off to recover, it's something I have been doing lately and I'm seeing great progress
For sure, for so many of us, a lack of rest is the thing that's holding us back, so getting some more rest to come back stronger can only help. I've been experiencing the same thing myself
@@RedDeltaProject I really think it's quite overlooked, lately I have been taking lots of rest day's and I'm improving each workout. It's really enjoyable to train hard and rest hard
Would it be possible to release a video or two demonstrating the current isometrics you do for the tension phase and the current shift work you do for the stability phase? Preferably for all movement chains in GSC. Thanks Matt!
I've got quite a few general GSC workout examples our now and a few more coming out later this week. You can find them just searching for grind style and workout.
Same scoreboard method, although these days I'm much more focused on just the proficiency of the exercise and how well I'm using my muscles. The reps I do are mostly the same from one workout to the next and the sets are due to energy levels and productivity in the workout.
Hi Matt. Question for you. I am currently doing CC, while incorporating GSC 4 phases. Obviously I'm using the CC movement for my strength phase. Would you recommend the high rep count progression indicators used in CC, or the 8-10 (albeit at a higher progression) you discuss in GSC v.2? Thanks for all you do!
You can use either, and you may want to go with the CC standards if you're starting out to build a good foundation. But if you're getting a lot of reps in the finisher, you're already getting a lot of reps so use the 8-10 standard if you're past the first few months of training
Hey Matt, two questions my friend: 1. For the strength phase are you aiming for 10 total reps within 3-5 sets (eg. 5 sets of 2 / 3 sets of 3) or 3-5 sets just under ten (eg. 5 sets of 7)? 2. For the finisher phase are you going to do more than 1 set or just 1 to complete failure or beyond?
@@RedDeltaProject Right on man. Thanks so much, been using your techniques, or I guess I could say philosophies, for the last couple months and was able to get some muscle ups the other day after years of not being able to so many thanks!!
The best channel for calisthenics, hi Matt in CC is there a secret step between close squat (step 6) and and uneven squat (step 7), I master the close squat very well but I cannot move to uneven squat, can you give me a solution please? Thank you
There are actually a lot of "hdden steps" in CC and I made a video on several of them here: ruclips.net/video/AGG7PjSxOlU/видео.html But yea, you can break any step down into micro steps. in this case, you may want to try doing uneven pistols on a lower object, like a towel instead of a basketball as shown in the book as many don't have that sort of hip mobility.
If you like sure, but notice that I am careful to use the word resistance not just weight, as you can also increase resistance with using a more advanced technique like in Convict Conditioning
Correct, and no, the finisher has never really been that necessary as it' just the cherry on top of the workout, but it can be a very satisfying and effective way to push the muscles to a super high level of fatigue which can be a bit harder in the strength phase
Good question! I would say for now, yes, although you may want to go as high as 12 reps on that one as some people find they can get more from leg training with a tad more reps.
rest as needed. rest periods also vary on a number of variables as I outline in this video on rest periods btwen sets: ruclips.net/video/tXgdR63N09o/видео.html
You are never really APPRECIATED to the extent you deserve. There are those like myself who do appreciate your efforts but you should have numbers far far more then the others who I won't mention. I have a question, how long is your iso loop?
It's been foreever since Iv'e hopped on a scale, but I believe I'm just north of 190. The isometrics have certainly helped me put on an extra pound of muscle over the past few months
Appreciate everything you do Matt. Honestly I didn't expect an update to a book, most people would just write it once and be done with it.
Or write a new book with just a little more information but a stylish cover.
That's one of the things I like about self-publishing, I can make updates nd changes to my books anytime and they never getting on train locked into place. In fact, I plan on updating all of my books next year including a whole new rewrite of Fitness Independence!
Thank you so much for the update on the GSC book, Matt ! 💪🏾🇫🇷
You're more than welcome Jax, there were some more points I wanted to cover but wanted to keep the video shorter, so stay tuned for those as well
Love the fact that as you advance and learn you share that extra knowledge with an update. Excellent ethics.
Appreciate that Kenneth, and stay tuned for more, there are still a few more points I didn't get to cove in this video, but I will soon
This is super validating to see. Two weeks ago I decided to make my second push-pull-squat day of the week a 5x5 protocol focusing on greater demand and lower reps during the strength phase and I throw in some Animal Flow during the stability work. This week I decided to go totally with a 5x5 protocol and see how that worked for a while. As luck would have it, it sounds like my instincts were pointing me in the right direction already! :D
Absolutely Glenn, and great call on using the Animal flow for the stability phase, that's a great idea for sure!
Thank you Glenn for the idea of using Animal Flow during the stability phase, it very makes sense. Great tip for me. 🙏🏾
Overcoming Isometrics has been underrated for a very long time.
Truly amazing, thanks so much for everything. This is by far the style of training that resonnates the most with me. With covid and remote working, I believe your microworkouts will revolutionnate the way people move. Keep it up. With Ido Portal's floreio, etc. list of moves, there's so many to choose from that we can do anywhere. No need for gyms and before dinner we can always train with rings/barbell but if we allready trained 5-6x times for 3 intense minutes during the day, no need for an hour+ of working out. Keep it simple and playfull, one love
This is one of the things I appreciate the most about you, Matt, you are never hesitant to admit when things can be done better or to make corrections. I have tons of respect for anyone who can, even at the potentiality of causing new learners to hold off on buying the book. Which, they shouldn't, because all of the information is far too great to be overlooked and this video builds on it, not destroys it. You've tirelessly made fitness videos without monetization and written many books for free (which, for others reading this, are still available and doesn't require an email address, just simply download and enjoy!). I'm going to make an educated guess that you've probably influenced several "influencers" along the way and never gotten the credit for it. Though, admirably, you're not the type of person to care about such things. Stay safe, stay healthy, and have a peaceful evening!
I don't even do calisthenics but i love this guy a lot so much, i feel like i could lift a bridge after these videos.
This is funny (in a good way)... after a year of great results following the book I was going to ask you during your next Wednesday Q&A about reducing strength reps from 15 to 10 before increasing resistance... now I got to think up a new question!
LOL! happy to beat you to the punch, and look forward to your new question on Wednesday.
Really been enjoying reddeltaproject, so refreshing, positive, and empowering. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the comment Jeff and very happy to hear you're enjoying my content. Stay strong and lead by example my friend!
Perfect timing! Just ordered the book, waiting for it to come in the mail -- I'll incorporate these updates for sure.
Awesome! Congratulations on the new book.
Just finished your grind style book! Thanks a lot for the update! Great book btw! :D
Awesome! Thank you for the support, more updates coming!
Great job again!!
Hi Matt! It's great that you have updated the Grind-Style program. I just purchased the Kindle version of the book this passed March and was wondering if you would update your digital readers? I know you don't have to, or if it's even possible, but it would be nice. I just checked on my Kindle and the copy I bought has a publication date of July 22, 2019. Thanks for your consideration. 🙂
That is certainly something I'm probably going to do. Right now I have a lot on my plate so that's going to be on the back buner. I was considering taking these idea and publishing an update, but by the time that happen it may be a few months. I figure it's best to just make videos like this and get the info to you asap.
But yea, I'm actually planning on updating the full RDP library next year.
@@RedDeltaProject As one of your many appreciative readers/viewers, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. I look forward to each of your videos and have several of your books. Always great information and ideas! 🙂
Hey Matt, long-time follower here (back to the CC days). I almost never make any comments (no need, you explain things very clearly) but I'm curious. Now that you're saying to use 3-5 sets in the grind phase, do you have a preferred method for how to back-fill those sets?
Excellent tips Matt, thanks!
Do you have any recommendations on how to find if 3, 4, or 5 sets are ideal for us?
Would love to have this answered
Good question Collin, I'll be making a nw video on set duration today that should take care of you
Awesome, thanks Matt!
Thank you for everything, can you give us an update about your app, please ?
BIG updates are coming Leon, like super major updates within the next couple of weeks possibly!
@@RedDeltaProjectGreat ! Can't wait ! Thank you for your reply
Great video I'm ordering the book. Do you have any tips on getting to sleep???
Wow over 1.5 year's old already? I would love to know your thoughts on working out very intense and taking more day's off to recover, it's something I have been doing lately and I'm seeing great progress
For sure, for so many of us, a lack of rest is the thing that's holding us back, so getting some more rest to come back stronger can only help. I've been experiencing the same thing myself
@@RedDeltaProject I really think it's quite overlooked, lately I have been taking lots of rest day's and I'm improving each workout. It's really enjoyable to train hard and rest hard
You should try the steel mace amazing tool.
Fascinating. Do you incorporate all these aspects into one workout? Could you perhaps make a sample workout?
Yep, I hav several examples in the Grind Style Calisthenics playlist and more are coming.
Since you love isometrics you should try out some static calisthenics skills they the ultimate isometrics
Would it be possible to release a video or two demonstrating the current isometrics you do for the tension phase and the current shift work you do for the stability phase? Preferably for all movement chains in GSC. Thanks Matt!
I've got quite a few general GSC workout examples our now and a few more coming out later this week. You can find them just searching for grind style and workout.
So with this update are you keeping track of your sets and reps the same way you had in the past (gym score board) or something new?
Same scoreboard method, although these days I'm much more focused on just the proficiency of the exercise and how well I'm using my muscles. The reps I do are mostly the same from one workout to the next and the sets are due to energy levels and productivity in the workout.
Hi Matt. Question for you. I am currently doing CC, while incorporating GSC 4 phases. Obviously I'm using the CC movement for my strength phase. Would you recommend the high rep count progression indicators used in CC, or the 8-10 (albeit at a higher progression) you discuss in GSC v.2? Thanks for all you do!
You can use either, and you may want to go with the CC standards if you're starting out to build a good foundation. But if you're getting a lot of reps in the finisher, you're already getting a lot of reps so use the 8-10 standard if you're past the first few months of training
Hey matt can i ask u sth i can just do 1 pull up and i want to increase my number of pull ups do u have any suggestion for me
Here ya go Angielo:
ruclips.net/video/a7dB2Jkf7t0/видео.html
Give tips a shot!
Hey Matt, two questions my friend:
1. For the strength phase are you aiming for 10 total reps within 3-5 sets (eg. 5 sets of 2 / 3 sets of 3) or 3-5 sets just under ten (eg. 5 sets of 7)?
2. For the finisher phase are you going to do more than 1 set or just 1 to complete failure or beyond?
For the strength phase you'll probably end up around 25 reps or so. For the finisher 1-2 sets as much as possible is the way to go
@@RedDeltaProject Right on man. Thanks so much, been using your techniques, or I guess I could say philosophies, for the last couple months and was able to get some muscle ups the other day after years of not being able to so many thanks!!
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The best channel for calisthenics, hi Matt in CC is there a secret step between close squat (step 6) and and uneven squat (step 7), I master the close squat very well but I cannot move to uneven squat, can you give me a solution please? Thank you
There are actually a lot of "hdden steps" in CC and I made a video on several of them here:
ruclips.net/video/AGG7PjSxOlU/видео.html
But yea, you can break any step down into micro steps. in this case, you may want to try doing uneven pistols on a lower object, like a towel instead of a basketball as shown in the book as many don't have that sort of hip mobility.
Hello Matt, thanks for your work. I'm not sure I've understood : does it mean we have to perform the strength phase with additionnal weight ?
If you like sure, but notice that I am careful to use the word resistance not just weight, as you can also increase resistance with using a more advanced technique like in Convict Conditioning
@@RedDeltaProject great advice ! I've just bought Paul Wade's "Convict conditioning" e-book, and That's a great book. Thanks a lot !
So are you suggesting to raise the resistance in the strength phase if you hit 5 sets of 8 reps? Would this make the finisher necessary now?
Correct,
and no, the finisher has never really been that necessary as it' just the cherry on top of the workout, but it can be a very satisfying and effective way to push the muscles to a super high level of fatigue which can be a bit harder in the strength phase
Will you write GSC 2.0 coach ?
the strength phase should be done with no more than 10 reps. How about leg chain Matt? Same rules ?
Good question!
I would say for now, yes, although you may want to go as high as 12 reps on that one as some people find they can get more from leg training with a tad more reps.
What about the rest periods Matt? Any do you suggest?
rest as needed.
rest periods also vary on a number of variables as I outline in this video on rest periods btwen sets:
ruclips.net/video/tXgdR63N09o/видео.html
You are never really APPRECIATED to the extent you deserve. There are those like myself who do appreciate your efforts but you should have numbers far far more then the others who I won't mention. I have a question, how long is your iso loop?
Always big thanks Reg!
The Isoloop is 10 feet long
Matt what's your weight right now
It's been foreever since Iv'e hopped on a scale, but I believe I'm just north of 190. The isometrics have certainly helped me put on an extra pound of muscle over the past few months
@@RedDeltaProject great man keep up the good work are you ever considering dirty bulking for bw training to make things harder and to be big