The 5-Step Process for Writing Great Training Programs
Show Notes & Resources
In this episode of the Everyday Strength Podcast, Anthony breaks down his complete five-step framework for writing effective training programs. Rather than viewing programming as random workouts or exercise selection, this episode reframes it as a structured decision-making process. Anthony explains how each step builds on the previous one to create training that is purposeful, adaptable, and sustainable. The discussion emphasizes clarity, recovery, and long-term progress over complexity or novelty. This episode serves as a practical blueprint for athletes and coaches who want to program with more intention and confidence.
Key Topics Covered:
This episode outlines a five-step system for writing training programs that actually work. Anthony explains how to select a training split that aligns with schedule, recovery capacity, and goals, and how to choose between linear, block, and conjugate systems based on context rather than dogma. The discussion covers the role of specific methods such as max effort, dynamic effort, repetition effort, and conditioning progressions. Attention is given to setting details like sets, reps, rest periods, and loading schemes without overcomplicating the process. The episode closes by emphasizing feedback, evaluation, and iteration as the keys to consistent progress.
Related Everyday Strength Episodes:
The Role of Programming for the Everyday Athlete
The Best Training Split You’re Not Using
How How to Build Strength: Sets, Reps, and Proven Techniques
