I'm going to go against most of the replies and start with a question, because without a clear answer you're going to probably have mixed results, at best. Wha

I'm going to go against most of the replies and start with a question, because without a clear answer you're going to probably have mixed results, at best. What is your motivation and what do you hope to achieve? If the answer is clearly "I want to move as much weight as possible", then you should pursue a powerlifting track. It's very unlikely you would start with Olympic lifts an and end goal, but in the off chance, ditto that. If the answer has a component centered around muscularity and body image, then you may want to start with an elementary bodybuilding program. What's the difference? You'll do more reps at lower weights (as %1RM), and you'll do a lot more accessory lifts, as opposed to primarily focusing with intent on [mostly] just the major compound lifts. If your goal is to become more athletic, then you'll probably end up with a blend that combines the major compound lifts, accessory lifts, and explosive functional movements with resistance. In my case, my first goal was "get stronger so I can perform better at my sports of choice", so I started with bootcamp style HIIT classes, then added more explicit functional movements and accessory lifts, and only then started adding compound lifts for total body strength & power. Point being, identify your objectives first, then choose a training program. And, if you're a complete newbie, do not try to do this by yourself. Join a class, hire a trainer, or find an experienced buddy -- you'll have more fun, probably experience faster gains, and reduce your chances of injury.