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Some say this shit is bad, I reckon it's superb for getting extra cals in, for someone youg bloke wanting to beef up.
The high butterfat content is contraindicated for those on a low fat diet, but ice cream does have a number of bonuses.
For those who like to rationalize their indulgence...
Hello all, first post on this been reading for a while now and got a heap of knowledge out of it. Been into fitness for about 5 years now only started weight training though looking to build muscle build and get big. At the moment working out 3 days a week I work out at home with free weights I...
Wasn't sure whether to put this here or in the Strength section, regardless it's two sides of the same coin.
Full Body Routines vs. Splits
The question often arises, especially from beginners, about what type of routine to use. Your buddy told you to use a full body routine, but the muscle...
Hi everyone
Hope all are doing good here and ripping the iron to shreds...
I am new to this website......i had a loongg break due to job and family commitments..so back in the gym after 4 months...
i hired a PT in he gym..spoke with him about my plateau and how I have stagnate...he advised...
OK so I've usually stuck to a training regime that has me working out 5-6 times per week, with one full rest day.
Up until late last year, I generally managed a
3 day gym/weight training split and
2 sessions per week for kettlebells/conditioning.
Before Xmas 2012 my whole training regime...
So what is everyone running nowadays, what are the latest greatest bb programs. Alot of buzz on forums about PHAT & DC, whats your experience who recommends what?
Hi there,
I've read a few positive comments from guys about push / pull / leg (3 day) splits. I am just wondering if it'd advantageous for females?
Anyone doing such a split - is it working for you?
Thanks!
Hey guys,
I've been doing Markos routine for about a year and 3 months now. I've grown and learned a-lot so a big thank you to Markos.
I just want to ask if since the beginner stage is somewhat over, should i look at changing my routine from Markos to a intermediate level split?
Will it be...
i find what i do isen't cutting it whenever i least expect it i get put out with an injury due to poor warming up attempt. i'd like to know what othey people do to warm up b4 lifts
1. back (thickness)
2. chest
3. quads + hamstrings
4. back (width) + biceps
5. shoulders, delts + triceps
i would be slotting in off days and cardio between the days that i go to the gym. i do power walking for my cardio moderate intensity about 45 mins-1hr
back thickness...
Monday: Quads, Hams
Squats - 2-3 warm-up sets of 10 reps
4 sets max reps with 10RM
Walking db lunges - 4 lengths of a corridor
Leg curls - 3 sets max reps with 12RM
Leg extensions - 3 sets max reps with 12RM
Tuesday: Chest, Triceps
Incline db press -1-2 warm-up sets of 10 reps
4 sets...
Monday: Quads, Hams
Squats - 2-3 warm-up sets of 10 reps
4 sets max reps with 10RM
Stiff leg deads - 4 sets max reps with 10RM
Walking db lunges - 3 lengths of a corridor
Leg extensions - 3 sets max reps with 12RM
Tuesday: Chest, Triceps
Incline db press -1-2 warm-up...
day 1 – legs
Squat 4 x 6-10
Walking dumbbell lunge 3 corridor lengths
Leg curl 3 x 6-10
Stiff-legged deadlift 3 x 8-10
Calf raise (articles.muscletalk.co.uk/calftraining.aspx)
Leg extension 1 x 12 (hold each contraction for 3 seconds)
day 2 – chest, shoulders, triceps (or “push”)...
Alright i've always wondered, why do i always see every idiot doing the same split routine which always consists of back and bi's and chest and shoulders or chest and tri's.
What person could honestly think you will get the full benefits of a split if your going to train the main muscle which...
Can anyone answer these simply questions all involved in a 2 day split weekly routine for me?
Should I only perform 2 exercises for biceps and triceps?
Should I strain with the same intensity as I would If i was only working that muscle once a week?
Should I be hitting over 12 reps with the 2...
i have only monday, wed, thur, friday available to go to the gym. i wonder how to divide bodyparts:
monday - legs
off
wednesday - chest/triceps
thursday - back/biceps
friday - shoulders/calves
off
off
is that ok?
MONDAY:
Squats 5x5-10
Leg Extensions: 3x15
Stiff leg...
I have been training for nearly two years now, and my goal is all about general well being and fitness rather than bulking up heaps. My main weakness at the moment is the legs since I am prone to lower back pain so have been paranoid about hurting it. Lately I have been trying to improve and...