Coach, i will use your squat workout for 60 days and will get back to you with our results. Thanks for your help and everything you do to help our athletes. Without people like you, America wouldn't be the best darn country on the planet. Also, GO Notre Dame. I to hate those lousy trojans. UCLA-YEE HAW!!!
Peter Haas 2007-01-19
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Gene 2007-03-20
Thanks for the squat program coach. Over the course of 13 weeks (I took a week off after week 4 for vacation) I added 50# to my front squat (305#), 35# to my back squat (371#), and 25# to my deadlift (371#).
MATT MAYS 2007-06-22
Coach,
Great programs, I used the volume cycle the past six weeks. I started with a 215kg bs max, today I did 210kg x3 w/o a belt. Great cycle.
Mike Burgener 2007-06-22
good one for you matt.
Rob 2008-02-26
Hi Coach,
How would these squat routines intergrate with the WOD's you post on the site.
Mike Burgener 2008-02-26
i think it would work well. if you look at the wod i am using the 10x3 now.
Justin 2008-08-06
Coach what would you think of using the Rippitoe program for Mil/Push presses at the same time is that to much volume or should it it be toned down a bit..Just wondering some other movemnts to add to the Rip Squat program...I have access to many DB's but no bumpers and platforms on a daily basis.--I do how ever want to keep more toward the O-stlye lifts. Thanks coach
Mike Burgener 2008-08-07
justin, i think it would work fine
Jeremy 2008-08-21
Hello Coach.
Do you think your 10x3 program could benefit an advanced lifter? Just wondering if the volume will be too much.
Mike Burgener 2008-08-21
jeremy, i think it would work fine.
Abhinav Menon 2008-09-16
thanks, great program
Anthony 2009-05-14
Coach B,
How would you intergrate with the CF wod cycle? I was looking at following either your program or Rip's to add some strength to my squats.
Tony B 2010-03-03
What are you thoughts on using the program for front squat/overhead squat instead of back squats?
Coach Burgener 2010-03-03
tony, depends on what one's goals are. for me a oly lifter can benefit by this as long as they have great leg strength. for example a russian lifter years ago only squatted once every 10 days because he could bs 300 kg x 15 reps or so....so he only did fs and no bs because he was strong enough. if one is strong enough then fs are fine along with the ohs.
Tony B 2010-03-04
Good to know. Thank you. My coach, Matt Gibson, hasn't prescribed bs so mostly I focus on fs and ohs and like the idea of having a disciplined schedule for them. I am 63kg and my fs is at about 86kg now and steadily climbing. My goals for now are just to become proficient in the lifts, be healthy and stay injury free. And get stronger of course. I've never experienced a sport that I feel as in tune with and look forward to growing in my ability.
James 2010-03-20
Hey everyone just want to comment about the program i used on here. I used Hatch's program. Let me tell you guys i made serious gains in only six weeks. In just the first six weeks i put 15 kilos on my back squat and 10 on my front. I must say it is hard work, but worth the time. ONly down fall is that my legs were sometimes drained and it effected my training in the lifts a bit. But over all gave me raw power. Now moving on to COach B's program.
Erik M 2010-04-20
Hey Coach,
I was going to try your squat program. Would you suggest Deadlifting during this cycle? I have a Deadlift that far exceeds my squat and think it may tax my squat.
Coach Burgener 2010-04-20
eric.....i would really back off that deadlift if i was hitting the sqt programs hard.
Eric 2010-09-22
Hey Coach, I'm looking forward to trying your squat program, but I have one question before I start it. Would you reccomend doing any warm up sets with weight prior to the sets in the program or is a dynamic warmup good enough to jump into the program sets?
Coach Burgener 2010-09-22
eric, always warm the body first,....do a few warm p sets...the go to work!
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Hi Coach,
I'm a weightlifter, and I noticed that you mentioned using these programs at different times of the year. Is it beyond the scope of this this Q and A to ask when each is appropriate in your opinion? Thank you very much.
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Barb 2010-12-13
Coach,
I am starting your squat program this week, but I am also doing OPT's program. Do you think that is too much or do you think I will still see good gains from the squat program? Thank you!
Coach B 2010-12-13
barb,
stay with opt program. doing all that squatting might be too much.
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Will do, thanks coach!
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Charles 2011-04-10
Coach B
1) THANK YOU for providing such a wealth of info and accessibility for free...on my behalf I wish to express my greatest appreciation!
2) hopefully you still check this page, haha, but would it be advisable to switch the FS and BS for this cycle? or would you much prefer to focus on the BS?
3) did I say thanks already?
Coach B 2011-04-10
charles...sure switch it. nothing is ever etched in stone. i like fs better anyway!
Charles 2011-04-10
wow...QUICK response! awesome, I like fs better than bs as well. it's like mac and cheese with bacon over just mac n cheese. both good, but one better...
will give this cycle a go, appreciate all you do coach!
p.s. is there a book, dvd, etc. that you would recommend for information regarding the lifts, programs, etc. (besides your site obviously!)
thanks once again coach.
Coach B 2011-04-11
sure....take a look at greg everett's book. great reference!
Jenna Bridger CF 2011-06-24
Hi Coach,
Would like to begin training for Olympic lifting competitions. I am looking at doing your 12 week program to peak for a fall competition. I need to add leg strength - can I do a squatting program in addition or does your 12 week program add enough leg strength in your opinion? I typically am limited by my jerk but I also just need to build overall strength...what would you recommend?
Thanks!
Jenna, Bozeman MT
Coach Burgener 2011-06-24
jenna, if i am not there to coach you i would use that 12 wk program for sure. its a good program. i would not do any more leg work....however if you were with me i might do 12 sets of 3 reps rather than what is written....just my style...but that is done when i am coaching at my gym normally. i will be in montana in august.
Jenna Bridger CF 2011-06-25
Thanks Coach! Looking forward to seeing you in August! Unfortunately little KD will already be moved to college then :( But we do hope you find time to stop by Bridger CF!
Thanks for the input...I am looking forward to starting the 12 week oly program!
Dheepesh 2011-07-17
hi coach, im new to this program.
im a small guy weighing in only at 65kg. ive been crossfitting for the last 4 years and have a difficult time increasing my back squat. i practice the low bar technique cause i feel safer n more comfortable. ive been going through the hatch squat program
how do i do this. ?
do i bs n fs on the same day. how many days rest in between ? please help
my max on bs is 1110kg n my fs is 80kg
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Devin Harvey 2011-09-13
Hey Coach B,
I am a crossfitter that desperately needs to get my legs stronger and squat numbers up. Which squat program on your site would you recommend for someone who is crossfitting on a 3 on 1 off schedule?
Coach B 2011-09-13
try the 10 x 3 program. it works great.
Kevin Haugh 2011-11-10
Hey coach, I had forgotten that you posted some details about your 10x3 program here. Glad I found it... again. I really want to use it as part of our off-season football program this winter. Question though... if overall squat strength gains are the goal, what are your recommendations for rest periods between sets?
Coach B 2011-11-10
kevin....as much that is needed. but no more than 4-5 min.
Dave Mauldin 2012-01-03
Hey Coach B...
Just did a 30x225lb BS then 1mile run WOD and struggled bad! I'm 190lb. and felt I should be blowing through a WOD like that; therefore, I summed it up as...I'm weak! No pride lost but I sought the best (you) out for some advice. Looking at doing the 10x3 program, but I was wondering if the days of the week HAD to be MON and THURS respectively? As a fireman, I work odd days and would be doing this program at work while I do my reg WOD's at my crossfit box on my days off. Thanks for any and all help.
Dave
Coach Burgener 2012-01-03
dave, no they don't have to be mon-thur.
Dave Mauldin 2012-01-03
Thank you sir....one last thing...how crucial are weight lifting shoes?
Coach Burgener 2012-01-03
dave, shoes are crucial! of course this is my opinion!!
Edvard 2012-01-26
How much work are you supposed to be able to do in addition to the 10x3 squat program? Since its for oly lifters my guess is that one should be able to work on C&J, snatches etc. with a pretty high volume. I'm wondering how much cardio is possible in addition to this, since I'd like to use it for improving my performance in CrossFit.
Amanda 2012-02-01
Hey coach. Is there a certain time between sets that u should take. Ie: one the top of the min?
Coach B 2012-02-01
amanda, no more than 3 min between sets.
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Hugo 2012-04-15
Hey coach,
What kind of program should I do once I finish the hatch cycle?
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Todd 2012-05-31
About the vol squat program- is there any more information i can find out about this program- most specifically when to retest one rep max?
Mike 2012-06-23
Hey coach I had a quick question. I have incorporated your hatch program into my WODs at my box for all of my athletes. I just wanted to know if we should be doing any retesting? or just stay true to the percentages and retest after the 12 weeks?
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Julie Frascino 2012-07-19
Link isn't working
Coach B 2012-07-19
julie, works for me when i open it!
Chris W. 2012-08-01
Thank you Coach for this program, I am 5 weeks in and feel significantly more confident in my bs and fs.
Quick question, should we retest our 1RM during the program and adjust the percentages accordingly?
