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Building Strength with Core Lifts and Deadlift Focus
The chapter emphasizes the importance of fundamental lifts like deadlifts, squats, overhead press, and bench press to establish a foundation of strength in phase one of a fitness program. It discusses the intentional absence of rows in this phase to prioritize strength development in core lifts, with rows likely coming in later phases. Strategies to improve performance and break through squat plateaus, as well as advanced techniques for squat performance like pause squats and heavy negatives, are also highlighted.