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Routine Notes
Warm up on a stationary bike for five minutes before each training session. This routine should familiarize you with some solid exercises. Strict adherence to this routine can result in significant gains in size and strength in a relatively short amount of time. This entire routine, including cardio, should take about 60 minutes. Emphasize smooth movements and proper form. The amount of weight used should only be of secondary concern.
Cycle: 3 Days Per Week
Level: Novice To Intermediate
Goal: Introduction To Bodybuilding
Legs
Leg Presses: 3 Sets x 12 Reps
Leg Curls: 2 Sets x 12 Reps
Standing Calf Raises: 2 Sets x 12Reps
Chest/Shoulders
Flat Barbell Bench Presses: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Barbell Shoulder Presses: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Back
Front Pulldowns: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Barbell Rows: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Arms
Barbell Curls: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Lying Tricep Extensions: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Other
Ab Crunches: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Aerobic Training: 20 minutes of low intensity aerobic
Schedule
Monday: On
Tuesday: Off
Wednesday: Repeat
Thursday: Off
Friday: Repeat
Saturday: Off
Sunday: Off
Training Routine # 2
Routine Notes
This is a general outline, not including warm-up sets. Be sure to stretch thoroughly before training. "I make sure I'm totally prepared for heavy sets, and may do two to four lighter sets before the max sets to prepare physically and mentally." From week to week, reps may also change, as well as the order of exercises (e.g., shrugs and deadlifts before rows and chins on back day). "While I use heavy weights, I make sure to do my exercises as strictly and safely as possible. My pre-contest and off-season weight training routines are similar. Because of the added motivation of an upcoming contest, I'll generate more intensity, with a more conscious effort towards contracting the muscles. I may drop or add exercises, but these changes will be relatively minor. I strive to handle the same weights I would in the off-season, as this is crucial to maintaining muscle during a pre-contest period."
Cycle: One Day Off, One Day On, Two Days Off, Repeat.
Level: Intermediate To Advanced
Goal: Muscle Strength And Size
Monday - Chest/Shoulders/Triceps
Chest
Incline Bench Presses: 2 Sets X 8 Reps
Dumbbell Presses: 2 Sets X 8 Reps
Incline Flyes: 2 Sets X 8 Reps
Flat Bench Presses: 2 Sets X 8 Reps
Cable Crossovers: 2 Sets X 15 Reps
Delts
Machine Rear Laterals: 3 Sets X 10 Reps
Side Laterals: 3 Sets X 10 Reps
Machine Laterals: 3 Sets X 10 Reps
Seated Presses: 2 Sets X 6 Reps
Triceps
Overhead Tricep Extensions: 3 Sets X 12 Reps
Lying Tricep Extensions: 3 Sets X 12 Reps
Arms
Ab Crunches: 3 Sets X 15 Reps
Tuesday - Legs/Calves
Legs
Squats: 4 Sets X 6-15 Reps
Lying Leg Curls: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Sissy Squats: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Stiff Leg Deadlifts: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Calves
Standing Calf Machine: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Seated Calf Raises: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Abs
Reverse Ab Crunches: 3 Sets X 15 Reps
Wednesday - Off
Thursday - Back/Biceps
Back
Barbell Rows: 3 Sets X 6-8 Reps
Dumbbell Rows: 3 Sets X 8 Reps
Seated Cable Rows: 3 Sets X 10 Reps
Chins: 3 Sets To Failure
Deadlifts: 2 Sets X 6-8 Reps
Shrugs: 4 Sets X 15 Reps
Biceps
Preacher Curls: 3 Sets X 8 Reps
Seated Dumbbell Curls: 3 Sets X 8 Reps
Abs
Ab Rope Crunches: 3 Sets X 15 Reps
Friday - Off
Saturday - Off
Sunday - Repeat
Training Routine # 3
Routine Notes
With my basic movements, I never fall below 8-10 reps. I want my major muscle groups to work hard and grow. The actual amount of weight I use is always secondary. Concentrate on getting a the right contraction and burn. The pump is what's important. So pay attention: strict form is extremely important.
Cycle: Two Days On, One Day Off, One Day On, One Day Off, One Day On, One Day Off.
Level: Intermediate
Goal: Muscle Strength And Size
Monday - Chest/Biceps
Chest
Dumbbell Presses: 4 Sets x 8 Reps
Flat Bench Presses: 4 Sets x 8 Reps
Flat Dumbbell Flyes: 3 Sets x 8 Reps
Cable Crossovers: 2 Sets x 12 Reps
Biceps
Barbell Curls: 3 Sets x 8 Reps
Close EZ Bar Curls: 3 Sets x 8 Reps
Tuesday - Legs
Legs
Leg Curls: 4 Sets x 10 Reps
Leg Extensions: 4 Sets x 10 Reps
Leg Presses: 4 Sets x 12 Reps
Squats: 4 Sets x 12 Reps
Stiff Legged Deadlifts: 4 Sets x 12 Reps
Wednesday - Off
Thursday - Back/Calves
Back
Barbell Shrugs: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
High Pulls: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Rear Shrugs: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Reverse Barbell Rows: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
T-Bar Rows: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Rows: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Calves
Standing Calf Raises: 4 Sets x 12 Reps
Seated Calf Raises: 4 Sets x 12 Reps
Friday - Off
Saturday - Shoulders/Triceps
Shoulders
Machine Laterals: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Laterals: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Side Dumbbell Laterals: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Triceps
Dumbbell Presses: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Tricep Pressdowns: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Barbell Presses: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Sunday - Off
Training Routine # 4
Routine Notes
Though this routine looks deceptively simple (the heaviest weights aren't used), believe me, it's not so easy. This routine looks to maximize your pump and your results. Keep your rest period between each to a minimum (no more than 30 seconds). It should produce nice size, shape and overall definition.
Cycle: 6-Day Split, Two Days On, 1 Day Off, Two Days On, 1 Day Off
Level: Advanced
Goal: Muscle Size, Shape, And Definition
Monday - Chest/Shoulders
Chest
Decline Smith Presses: 2 Sets x 12 Reps
Flat Hammer Presses: 4 Sets x 25 Reps
Incline Dumbbell Flyes: 3 Sets To Failure
Front/Side Delts
Seated Dumbbell Presses: 1 Set x 25 Reps
Reverse EZ Bar Presses: 1 Set To Failure
Seated Dumbbell Side Laterals: To Failure
Tuesday - Quads/Hams
Quads (2 Full Rotations)
Leg Presses: 4 Sets x 25 Reps
Horizontal Leg Presses: 1 Set x 40 Reps
Leg Extensions: 1 Set x 40 Reps
Hams
Leg Curl Machine: 3 Sets To Failure
Wednesday - Off
Thursday - Back/Shoulders/Traps
Back
Pull-ups: 3 Sets x 12 Reps
Dead Lifts: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Rows: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Lat Pulldown: 3 Sets x 10 Reps
Rear Delts
Rear Delt Machine: 2 Sets x 25 Reps
Traps
Barbell Shrugs: 3 Sets x 12 Reps
Dumbbell Shrugs: 3 Sets x 12 Reps
Upright Rows: 3 Sets x 12 Reps
Friday - Arms/Calves
Biceps
Standing Dumbbell Curls: 2 Sets x 10 Reps
Dumbbell Drag Curls: 1 Set x 20 Reps
Incline Hammer Curls: 1 Set x 15 Reps
Triceps
Close-Grip Benches: 1 Set x 25 Reps
Tricep Press Downs: 1 Set x 25 Reps
Double Arm Kickbacks: 1 Set x 25 Reps
Bench Dips: 1 Set To Failure
Calves
Seated Calf Raises: 3 Sets x 15 Reps
Donkey Calf Raises: 3 Sets x 15 Reps
Saturday - Off
Sunday - Repeat
Training Routine # 5
Routine Notes
This routine is short and sweet. It's perfect for bodybuilders who want a break out of a stale routine or for those who want to maximize their results in the shortest period of time. This program is great for novices and experienced bodybuilders alike. It involves basic strength movements. There's nothing fancy here. The real effectiveness lies in the specific combination of movements. Each day incorporates specific movements in the right sequence that will help you grow. I emphasize heavier weights with absolute strict form. Unless noted, you'll perform 5 sets for each exercise. Each successive set gets progressively heavier and you'll follow this pattern: 1st set, 8 reps; 2nd set, 6 reps; 3rd set, 4 reps; fourth set, 2 reps; and fifth set, 50% of the weight of the 1st set to failure. In addition to the program outlined below, there's 20 minutes of cardio after each workout, ten minutes of stretching before and after you finish training.
Cycle: 4-Day Split, Two Days On, 1 Day Off, Two Days On, Two Days Off
Level: Intermediate To Advanced
Goal: Muscle Size, Strength
Monday - Quads/Hams
Squats
Leg Curls
Leg Extensions
Abs
Tuesday - Back/Calves
Deadlifts
Shrugs
Toe Raises (5 sets of 12 reps)
Wednesday - Off
Thursday - Back/Biceps
Behind-The-Neck Pulldowns
Front Lat Pulldowns
Seated Rows
Bicep Curls (Straight Bar)
Preacher Curls
Alternate Seated Dumbbell Curls
Abs
Friday - Chest/Triceps
Flat Bench Presses
Incline Bench Presses
Incline Dumbbell Presses
Dips
Tricep Cable Pushdowns
Toe Raises (5 sets of 12 reps)
Saturday - Off
Sunday - Off
Training Routine # 6
Routine Notes
The following basic routine is based on a training program that I have used with great success. With this routine, you have three days of rest per week and four training days total. While that sounds pretty easy, if you attack the weights with intensity, you'll see dramatic changes. Stick to rep schemes between 6-10 for each set. You can easily modify this program to meet your specific needs by adding sets and different exercises. Good luck at putting together the routine that just might make you a champion.
Cycle: Four Day Split, Three Days Off
Level: Intermediate
Goal: Muscle Size
Monday - Chest/Biceps
Chest
Bench Presses: 3 Warmup Sets
Bench Presses: 3 Sets
Incline Dumbbell Bench Presses: 3 Sets
Incline Flyes: 3 Sets
Biceps
Barbell Curls: 3 Sets
Dumbbell Curls: 3 Sets
Concentration Curls: 3 Sets
Tuesday - Legs
Legs
Stationary bike, 10 minutes, warm up
Hamstrings
Seated Leg Curls: 3 Sets
Stiff-Leg Deadlifts: 3 Sets
One-Leg Leg Curls: 3 Sets
Quads - 9 sets
Squats: 3 Sets
Leg Presses: 3 Sets
Leg Extensions: 3 Sets
Wednesday - Off
Thursday - Back
Back - 18 sets
Pullups: 3 Sets, Warmup
Barbell Rows: 3 Sets
Seated Rows: 3 Sets
One-Arm Dumbbell Rows: 3 Sets
Deadlifts: 3 Sets
Barbell Shrugs: 3 Sets
Friday - Off
Saturday - Shoulders/Triceps
Shoulders - 12 sets
Dumbbell Presses: 3 Sets, Warmup
Dumbbell Presses: 3 Sets
Front Barbell Presses: 3 Sets
Bent-Over Dumbbell Laterals: 3 Sets
Triceps - 9 sets
Cable Pushdowns ("V" Bar): 3 Sets
Close-Grip Bench Presses: 3 Sets
Overhead Dumbbell Presses: 3 Sets
Sunday - Off
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