Here are two ways of utilizing progression. Both ways can stimulate growth, but for different reasons. Scenario 1 Bench Press: Week 1: 3×8 with 200 pounds. Week 2: 3×5 with 205 pounds. Scenario 2 Bench Press Week 1: 3×8 with 200 pounds Week 2: 3×10 with 200 pounds In the first scenario you are increasing [...]
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If anyone ever tells you that you should do light weights and high reps to get toned, I provide you with the following advice: Run like the wind. Run and never look back. I’m serious. “Light weights and high reps” are the domain of the ignorant and intellectually lazy. Stay away from these destructive beings [...]
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Progressive Overload: progressively placing greater than normal demands on the exercising musculature to increase strength and hypertrophy. In order to stimulate gains in both strength and muscle size, you must increase the demand that you place upon your musclo-skeletal system. In reality, there are only 3 paths your training can go. You can progress, stay [...]
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