Learn the exact warm-up protocol real coaches use before heavy barbell training. Whether you’re squatting 50 pounds or 500 pounds, your warm-up sets should follow a clear plan—not random lifting.
In this clip, we break down:
- The difference between warm-up sets and working sets
- Why every lifter should start with the empty bar
- The exact percentage jumps: 45%, 65%, 85%
- How to avoid fatigue before your real working sets
- How stronger lifters should modify the progression
- Why barbell math and convenience matter
If you’re tired of “winging it” in the gym and want to train with intention, this warm-up progression will transform your strength sessions and help you hit heavier weights safely.