Okay, this article called a clarification.

First ran on our website, our website starting strength.com.

Probably back in 09.

A clarification.

Okay, kiddos, it's come to my attention that quite a few of you are not doing the program

and then bitching about the results of the program.

So here's the deal.

The novice linear progression, as described in starting strength,

basic barbell training, and practical programming

for strength training is very specific in the details of its application.

And there is not much room for wiggling.

Later, yes, but not at first.

In addition, the diet that must be followed is one that best facilitates

the program, and this will be different for everybody, depending on age, body composition,

program adherence, and genetic potential. The goal of the program is not to make you fat. The program is for increasing strength and muscle mass. The idea is that you must gain some body fat in the process if your body fat is low and that you should lose some body fat if it is high. We don't want you to be fat, but by the same token, I don't care about seeing your abs.

If you want to see your abs, that's fine. Worry about it later.

What I want you to do is get big by getting stronger.

To do this, it may be necessary for your body fat percentage to go up a little in the process.

Later, if necessary, the process of losing it can be more easily accomplished when you have more muscle mass.

But right now, just worry about getting strong.

Big will be a side effect, as well improved body composition.

And if you guys don't stop misinterpreting this, I'm going to have you all killed.

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