Women from all around the world drool over the physique carried by the musician "50 Cent" AKA Curtis Jackson. Guys look up to him and wish they could only have a physique like that to carry... and get their girlfriends to turn around and drool over themselves instead. So, the million dollar question is, how did 50 Cent get a physique as draw dropping as he did.
50 Cent's world renowned personal trainer has joined Bodybuilding.com to share all of the secrets to success within the celebrity realm of precise nutrition and training. In this particular article Jay Cardiello shares the concept of his HIT training program; this is one of Jay's best secrets to getting 50 Cent-like results.
So, follow Jay's training methods in order to obtain a physique worthy of media attention and tune in for his next article which will focus on nutrition requirement of a celebrity superstar.
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Alot of you here seem to think 50 Cent is small, but just look at this picture. He is defeinetly big, not body builder big, but he would stick out in a crowd of people who lift. He is defeinetly big in my opinion. - Loc.
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Training A Celebrity
Training a celebrity requires much of the same principles and protocols of those of a professional athlete: periodization, recovery, nutrition/diet and proper supplementation. It is in itself, a science. Today's celebrities hire Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, Medical Doctors and Registered Dieticians in hopes of helping them achieve extreme physical prowess.
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50 Cent: Guys Look Up To Him
And Wish They Could Get A Physique Like That.
Before I take on any client I have them see a medical doctor and dietician, to perform a complete medical physical and blood screening. This evaluation enables us to construct the most efficient program design, while also allowing for the client to run at optimum performance levels.
After the medical evaluation is provided and blood results are in, an individual supplementation regimen is developed to create proper support of the client's physiological make-up. With high stressed clients, e.g., performance artists, the medical doctor will pay special attention to the adrenal and thyroid glands, which appear to take much of the abuse.

HIT Training Program
Developing a ripped hard body is very difficult because of the demands of touring and performance. So, creating the most scientific and individually based functional program is imperative.
HIT Training - AKA - 40 Minutes of H*ll - is designed to replicate an Onstage Performance. Let's face with it, with a h-llish touring and appearance schedule the artist needs an intense and short routine that will allow for proper muscle growth/recovery and consistency.
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HIT Vs. Volume!
While each method of training has its own following there also those that use both. In this article I will talk about methods that will help all the followers of HIT and Volume plus those in between.
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Philosophy Of The Program:
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The 40 Minutes Of H*ll Incorporates
Scientifically Proven Exercises.
Training Schedule:
The artist trains much like that of an athlete, with set macro-cycles (which usually is set from the starting date to the end of his/her tour schedule - and is divided into several 3 to 4 week micro-cycles. Short micro-cycles are set up in order to avoid plateau and burnout).
Due to the demands of touring, the artist's weekly training schedule changes from week to week. Although, he/she will usually train 5 to 6 days a week, with periods (especially in the beginning of the program) of two to three times a day training. On these days, Yoga and Pilates are introduced.
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What Is The Best Pilates Workout?
Pilates is one of the most popular workouts around today and is used by people around the world. Get details on some great workouts and exercises right here.
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Also, it is imperative to mention that all workouts are kept to less than 45 minutes - with all weight training workouts being followed by a 15-minute ice bath or whirlpool.
Exercise Prescription:
Each program is specifically designed according to the Artist's needs, but all generally follow a multi-joint strength training routine - e.g. cleans to press.
Rest Periods:

Dynamic Warm-up And Cool-Down
The artist will begin and end each weight training program by choosing a series of 7 to 10 athletic drills. The dynamic warm-up, unlike the cool-down is performed at a higher intensity with each exercise done 2 to 3 times.
Athletic Drills
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Weight Training
A Sample Weight Training Day: Time 40 Minutes
Rest Periods: Zero - 60 Seconds
Percentage: Slightly Less than maximum
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Pushups: Perform as many push-ups as possible within a 60 second time frame (No Rest Period).
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Pullups: 12 to 15 repetitions.
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Chin-ups: 12 to 15 repetitions (60 Second Rest).
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Arnold Dumbbell Presses: 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Seated Cable Rows: 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Medicine Ball Tosses into the Wall: As many as possible for 30 Seconds (60 Second Rest).

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Arnold Presses: 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Seated Rows: 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Medicine Ball Tosses into the Wall: As many as possible for 30 seconds (60 Seconds Rest).
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Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curls: Perform with your back flush against the wall. Bend knees slightly as if you were going to perform a wall-sit. Take the 45-lb Olympic bar and place your right or left hand in the middle of the bar and begin curling. 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Dips: 12 to 15 repetitions (No Rest Period).
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Medicine Ball Chops: Stand in a 1/4 squat position. Take a 5 to 20 pound medicine ball over your head - as if you are about to swing an axe. Perform as many chops as possible within a 30 second time frame (Rest 60 Seconds).

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