The Montana Method, or That thing Hanley's doing with those people.

[Hanley]

I'm still working on the template stuff and coaching options, BUT in the meantime I'm opening slots for hyper-specific bench programming. Yup. Bench programming.

Just-bench programming is $25 a month. Bring me your poverty bench. Send a DM if interested.

[LeadHorse]

Just finished with RTS Guided Programming and looking for my next programming option. Any update on the strength template/coaching options? Thanks.

[Hanley]

Just finished with RTS Guided Programming and looking for my next programming option. Any update on the strength template/coaching options? Thanks.

I think something got messed up with my DM messages. I thought I sent you a reply, but I'm not seeing it. Anyway...haven't posted the templates yet, but I've got a bunch prepped in the coaching software...so I've got slots for both "coached templates" and full custom stuff.

[LeadHorse]

Just finished with RTS Guided Programming and looking for my next programming option. Any update on the strength template/coaching options? Thanks.

I think something got messed up with my DM messages. I thought I sent you a reply, but I'm not seeing it. Anyway...haven't posted the templates yet, but I've got a bunch prepped in the coaching software...so I've got slots for both "coached templates" and full custom stuff.

I just started the Montana Method 2-week cycle template. I'll probably do that for a while and then look for what's next. I'll keep an eye on what you're putting out there. Thanks for the MM template, much appreciated. I enjoyed the first workout, felt good.

[Hanley]

I just started the Montana Method 2-week cycle template. I'll probably do that for a while and then look for what's next.

Awesome. Hope it works for you.

[CamLeslie]

The Hypertrophy option will have 3-6 session per week options and will focus on lower intensities and more classically bro-ish accessories.

Is this happening or did I miss the boat? I need to get jacked.

[Hanley]

The Hypertrophy option will have 3-6 session per week options and will focus on lower intensities and more classically bro-ish accessories.

Is this happening or did I miss the boat? I need to get jacked.

"Group Programming" is morphing into "coached templates". I'll have a library of 25+ templates that you can search through...you find your match...and either run it solo for free, or pay me $50 a month to be the virtual asshole-on-your-shoulder silently judging you (but also helping with load selection, small mechanics tweaks, low-touch coaching, etc).

[CamLeslie]

The Hypertrophy option will have 3-6 session per week options and will focus on lower intensities and more classically bro-ish accessories.

Is this happening or did I miss the boat? I need to get jacked.

"Group Programming" is morphing into "coached templates". I'll have a library of 25+ templates that you can search through...you find your match...and either run it solo for free, or pay me $50 a month to be the virtual asshole-on-your-shoulder silently judging you (but also helping with load selection, small mechanics tweaks, low-touch coaching, etc).

ETA? Not to rush you man, I know you are busy, just curious.

[BigE]

"Group Programming" is morphing into "coached templates". I'll have a library of 25+ templates that you can search through...you find your match...and either run it solo for free, or pay me $50 a month to be the virtual asshole-on-your-shoulder silently judging you (but also helping with load selection, small mechanics tweaks, low-touch coaching, etc).

That sounds very promising.

[alek]

low-touch coaching

Do I need this? I think I know how to do this all on my own...

[Hanley]

ETA? Not to rush you man, I know you are busy, just curious.

The bottleneck is that I suck (and therefore abhor) spreadsheets. I'm procrastinating.

[EricK]

ETA? Not to rush you man, I know you are busy, just curious.

The bottleneck is that I suck (and therefore abhor) spreadsheets. I'm procrastinating.

You suck spreadsheets? How does that even work?

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You could probably farm them out around here if you want a little help. You probably don't, but I'll suggest it anyway.

[Wilhelm]

ETA? Not to rush you man, I know you are busy, just curious.

The bottleneck is that I suck (and therefore abhor) spreadsheets. I'm procrastinating.

You suck spreadsheets? How does that even work?

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You could probably farm them out around here if you want a little help. You probably don't, but I'll suggest it anyway.

I really like the excel table that @thejosef did for the two week template.

I believe it was him.

[CtMcBride]

You could probably farm them out around here if you want a little help.

Seconded.

[thejosef]

ETA? Not to rush you man, I know you are busy, just curious.

The bottleneck is that I suck (and therefore abhor) spreadsheets. I'm procrastinating.

You suck spreadsheets? How does that even work?

</shitpost>

You could probably farm them out around here if you want a little help. You probably don't, but I'll suggest it anyway.

I really like the excel table that @thejosef did for the two week template.

I believe it was him.

Thanks. I'm no excel wizard, like some are on this board, but I do enjoy experimenting with it via these templates. I'm open to helping out if ever needed. I use Excel daily at work, but it's super basic stuff, so it's fun to be challenged a bit with formulas and whatnot.

[MPat]

Do you think there will be anything remotely close to 6-7 40 minute sessions per week?

I’m having a crisis trying to balance everything in my life, but can get up around 4 am to make this happen, I’m having a hard time getting up much earlier and starring down the barrel of a hour+ session. I’m a weak intermediate if it matters.

[Hanley]

Do you think there will be anything remotely close to 6-7 40 minute sessions per week?

Yeah. I really like high-frequency, quick-session programming. No plans for a template with ZERO rest days...but a few 4-6 sessions-per-week options.

[MPat]

To be honest I would prefer at least one rest day. I’d pay for a template like this as well, just saying, I like your stuff, you do good work and it’s all practical. Thank you sir

[bobmen10000]

Quick Review on The Montana Method:

Started working with Hanley about a year ago. I have never really followed strict barbell programming before beyond following (YDNTP) the program on the SS wiki page about 3 or 4 years ago for seven to eight months, otherwise I have spent the last 20+ years doing my own thing in the gym, mostly machine and dumbbell work. Generally, I work out for several months, quit, then pick it back up a year or two later.

My big 3 lifts have improved as follows with personal programming from @Hanley :

Squat: 300(ish) to 440 lbs. Bench: 275(TNG) to 315 lbs. Deadlift 475 (hitched) to 540 lbs. All of my current maxes are from my past two meets.

@Hanley has tailored his programming to incorporate my equipment, like the Edge Fitness Rickshaw, and humor my occasional desire to do instagram/youtube inspired accessories like Rubish Hyper-extension deadlifts/backraises. I am very pleased with his programming and coaching advice.

I am far from the most impressive lifter, and have the aforementioned tendency to get bored/unmotivated and move on from strength training, but the ability to show steady improvements on The Montana Method and do so without feeling run down has kept me interested & energized. Even now, a few days after a meet and the necessarily tedious prep leading up to it, I am largely pain free and excited about upcoming training blocks.

In short, coaching & programming by Hanley has greatly improved both my confidence and competence in barbell sports. The value is immense and well worth it, whether you are a serious strength athlete or an amateur powerlifting like myself. I look forward to working with John for the foreseeable future and encourage anyone else interested in online programming do so as well.

[cgeorg]

I've been getting programming from Hanley for a year now.

When I started, I was nearing the end of an LP back up to prior levels. Prior all time 1RMs were 385/230/420, and e1RMs at that time were 375/225/400 - I was getting close and wanted to turn it over to him rather than fuck myself up.

I did a mix of 3 and 2 days a week, probably slightly more 2 day than 3 day. I probably missed 3 or 4 workouts over that time, mostly near the end - I have started getting burned out on BB stuff and I have a lot of activities pulling me in lots of directions. As of my most recent tests, in March and April, I have gone
Squat: 375 => 405, +30 (+20 all time)
Bench Press: 225 => 275, +50 (+45 all time)
Deadlift: 400 => 445, +45 (+25 all time)

It's been awesome.