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pineapple146

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pineapple146

Hey guys, I'm a little confused. Do I do the A1 workout, the A2 workout, and THEN take a 90 second rest? Or do I do A1, rest, A2, rest, A1, rest, etc.? Thanks in advance!

Sep 9, 2012 3:01pm | report
OskarLTC

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OskarLTC

as I understand it, do a1 rest a2 rest a1 rest a2 and so on

Dec 15, 2012 3:11pm | report
Randy95

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Randy95

Either one works
A1 A2 rest A1 A2 rest A1 A2 rest... etc.

or

A1 rest A1 rest A1 rest... then after all 10 sets
A2 rest A2 rest A2 rest... and so on

Jan 5, 2013 3:20pm | report
zKumatMebrahz

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zKumatMebrahz

just started this, it's going really well, been going about 2 weeks and gained 6 lbs!

Sep 10, 2012 12:06pm | report
ivan619

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ivan619

does it work if i dunt super set cuz i do 1 muscle a day

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Sep 22, 2012 9:54am | report
momopu

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momopu

perfect, i am going to do it

Oct 14, 2012 1:24am | report
marti1rj

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marti1rj

1. Is it fine to do the advanced section first for the strength improvement?
2. Is there really rests between A1 and A2 or just after A2?

Nov 8, 2012 10:34am | report
CrankyDad

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CrankyDad

If you are going to rest between sets, do only 60 sec. between all you A1 sets and then all A2 sets. If you are going to superset A1 and A2, take 90-120 sec. after the second set.

Nov 12, 2012 11:10am | report
M3T4LLIC4

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M3T4LLIC4

I need a straight up answer from someone that actually knows ive searched and still have not found my answer. what do we do on day 6 and 7 they say its a 5 day split but i dont get it when your doing only 3 days?

Nov 12, 2012 1:30am | report
CrankyDad

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You are right. This is a 3 out of 5 day workout. Days 3 and 5 rest, and on day 6 start your routine over. I had trouble with this at the beginning. Make sure you write everything down so you can keep up with it, otherwise you can get lost. It's not like a MWF workout. I have a new sheet that I use for each cycle. That really helps.

Nov 12, 2012 12:43pm | report
Kristijaan

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Kristijaan

Why aren't there any Deadlifts in this routine ?

Dec 3, 2012 6:42am | report
brianlee78

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brianlee78

I call bs on the statement that you can gain 10 lbs of muscle in 6 weeks. Steroids dont give you those kinds of gains. Arnold at his peak, in his prime, while on steroids, said the most he gained in a YEAR was 7-10lbs per his autobiography.

Dec 3, 2012 10:02pm | report
brianlee78

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I call bs on the statement that you can gain 10 lbs of muscle in 6 weeks. Steroids dont give you those kinds of gains. Arnold at his peak, in his prime, while on steroids, said the most he gained in a YEAR was 7-10lbs per his autobiography.

Dec 3, 2012 10:03pm | report
brianlee78

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I call bs on the statement that you can gain 10 lbs of muscle in 6 weeks. Steroids dont give you those kinds of gains. Arnold at his peak, in his prime, while on steroids, said the most he gained in a YEAR was 7-10lbs per his autobiography.

Dec 3, 2012 10:09pm | report
mbogier

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mbogier

I'm about to hit my 2nd round and I love this training as I'm pushing towards my first show in the Spring!!!

Dec 10, 2012 1:39pm | report
pinktigermouse

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pinktigermouse

Can i still do cardio with this? I am a female, 5'1, 118lbs. I am trying to add muscle but also stay slim (if that makes sense).

Dec 14, 2012 4:03am | report
pinktigermouse

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pinktigermouse

Can i still do cardio with this? I am a female, 5'1, 118lbs. I am trying to add muscle but also stay slim (if that makes sense)

Dec 14, 2012 4:04am | report
jpstanton

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jpstanton

You can throw some in on your rest days if you have the energy. It might cut into your muscle gains a little bit. Or you can cut the rest period between sets down a little bit and the workout alone should keep you slim.

Dec 19, 2012 12:55pm | report
pinktigermouse

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can i still do cardio?

Dec 14, 2012 4:45am | report
pinktigermouse

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pinktigermouse

can i still do cardio?

Dec 14, 2012 4:46am | report
Sesshomaru87

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Sesshomaru87

Hey how long can i follow this for before i need to take a break ? Or should i just alternate between phase one in phase two? Appreciate the info thanks

Dec 28, 2012 11:14pm | report
GeorgeB65

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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Just started this - ace. I swim 3 times a week, going to make it coincide with my off days - will that overwork me?

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GeorgeB65

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GeorgeB65

I have been doing this, very good thankyou.

One question - i swim 3 times a day which coincideds great with the off days. Does this over train me?

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GeorgeB65

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I have been doing this, very good thankyou.

One question - i swim 3 times a day which coincideds great with the off days. Does this over train me?

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This really helped strengthening my biceps when I was a sophomore in high school. I went from scrawny arms that could curl 40lbs to 125 (Super-curl) in 2 years. I recommend this to anyone who wants to boost how much they can lift.

Feb 11, 2013 12:13pm | report
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heavyhitter1987

Great article. Killer exercise. Did it a few years ago and destroyed me, but worked great. Look forward to doing it again next bulk up.

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jrtank316

When we progress to the advanced training do we still include supplimentry sets/ A little confused since it's not listed here. Thanks for you help.

Apr 9, 2013 9:30am | report
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truelove1

Squat then leg curl machine? Someone is bound to steal the squat rack when i go to the other side of the gym for leg curls

Apr 9, 2013 2:32pm | report
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