Explore Quotes by Mark Rippetoe

There are no shortcuts. The fact that a shortcut is important to you means that you are a pussy.

You are right to be wary. There is much bullshit. Be wary of me too, because I may be wrong. Make up your own mind after you evaluate all the evidence and the logic.

Strong people are harder to kill than weak people and more useful in general.

Mediocre athletes that tried like hell to get good are the best coaches.

Since the trainee is both inefficient and unadapted, only a few basic exercises should be used, and they should be repeated frequently to establish the basic motor pathways and basic strength.