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Deck of Cards: Hardcore Style

December 17, 2007

I haven’t been posting much lately and once again I apologize. I’m putting the finishing touches on the Workout Warrior member site and that has taken up the majority of my time.

There’s been a lot of delays launching the site because I want it to be an awesome site for the true hardcore, serious strength trainer.

Speaking of hardcore, here’s a routine that will beat the tar out of you. This is definitely not for beginners.

Matt Furey, in his book Combat Conditioning, introduced a routine he got from Karl Gotch known as the Deck of Cards. For those who don’t know, you assign exercises to certain cards or suits in the deck and whenever you turn up a card, you perform that exercise. Go through all 52 cards and you have a workout.

Furey did it with bodyweight stuff, we are going to do it hardcore style with free weights.

Deck of Cards: Hardcore Style

Ace = Deadlifts
King = Squats
Queen = Front Squats
Jack = Hindu Squats
9-10 = Overhead Press
7-8 = Pulldowns or Chins
5-6 = Bench Press or Dips
2-3-4 = Rest

Notes: I repeat. This is not for beginners. Perform any rep scheme you want, but make sure you use a lighter weight than normal. Do these non-stop unless you draw a 2, 3 or 4 card, then rest. You’ll need it. Go through all 52 cards and you’re done. This routine is a challenge and not to be done on a regular basis – once or twice a month is good. Get plenty of rest, eat good food and drink lots of water.

Understand that to be successful in any weight training program – hard work is a must! Half-hearted effort does nothing for you. If you’re new to weight training or grossly out of shape, consult a physician first. End of disclaimer.

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Written by Brian Carson · Filed Under Workouts 

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