how did i miss this thread lol. So much truth in here.
I always thought shack would make a great TV guy...boy was I wrong. Dude seems like he's out there collecting a pay check. He's the Eddy Curry of Analysis.
I would prob start with Starting Strength by ripptoe. This will give you a solid strength base before you eventually move to a split routine.
I would stick with starting strength until you can no longer make progression week to week. I stuck with it for about 6 months. Some people are on it...