Rapid Ascent Program

Got this from the lifter/thrower Dan John on his dot org site. Some very good info there. Makes we want to take up the discus as a masters workout...hmmm...

Modified the first lift as I was working with a newb (Kevin)

Rapid Ascent Program (every MWF to build a baseline of strength and fitness)


8-6-4 Power Clean
8-6-4 Press
8-6-4 Front Squat

Perform the power cleans as a super set with a partner or two, start with a low weight and do all three sets at that weight (8-6-4) rotating between lifting partners every set. After successfully completing the 8-6-4 at one weight, keep moving up in weight after every three sets until you get to failure in one of the sets. Repeat the process for all three lifts.

8-6-4 Power Clean (used OH Squats) 45-65-95
8-6-4 Press 45-65-75
8-6-4 Front Squat 95-115-135 (love these)