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by Pete Sisco
I’ve never seen a guy in a gym who wasn’t interested in putting another inch or two of size on his chest and arms. Over the years I’ve seen innumerable workouts offered that are supposed to do wonders for building a bigger chest or putting more muscle on a guy’s triceps or biceps. […]
April 25th, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
By Joe DeAngelis | Mr. America | Mr. USA | Mr. Universe
My Two-Headed Monsters!
I’ve been in the bodybuilding fame for a long time. I’ve competed in more
than one federation, and I’ve stood next to some of the best athletes in the
game. You might imagine that, having said that, I’ve tried just about everything
there is to […]
March 26th, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Leg Training By Joe DeAngelis | Mr. America | Mr. USA | Mr. Universe
Wheels of Steel
Isn’t it marvelous how some trainers only have to look at the rack in order to sprout inches on the thighs, while others who spend half their lives under a squat bar only end up with painful quads. Whichever type […]
March 26th, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
By David Goff
Start with the given tips could set your muscle building in the right track at the beginning. The most important thing about how to build and gain muscle fast and effectively would be learning by your own research and persistent exercise altogether. In a matter of months you can have your body looks […]
March 25th, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Written by: Jay Cutler
SQUATS
After my knees are warmed up, I hit a squat rack for two sets of 25-30 reps with 135 pounds. Then I use 225 for eight to 10 reps, followed by 315 for another eight to 10. Finally, I do two sets to failure, seven to 10 reps each […]
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Written by: Jim Rosenthal
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Triceps pressdowns
1*
20
Triceps pressdowns
3
12-15
Cambered-bar extensions
3
12-15
Seated dumbbell extensions
3
12-15
One-arm dumbbell extensions
3
12-15
* Perform as a warm-up set.
TRICEPS PRESSDOWNS
You’ll find a limitless array of opinions from pro bodybuilders on how to perform cable pressdowns for max results. Nasser El Sonbaty will tell you to go to lockout at […]
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Five moves that will build a stronger chest.
Vertical Bench-Press Machine I’d like to offer an exception to my earlier statement about high-tech machines: This piece of e…
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
DUMBBELL PRESSES
The Rep
I use a chair with a slight incline, or I create an incline with my body by leaning against the top of an upright seat. I start with the dumbbells near my shoulders, my elbows slightly below horizontal. I press up explosively, stopping short of lockout. This ensures that pressure is kept on […]
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Written by: Markus Ruhl
Markus Ruhl’s Training Split
Monday: Chest
Tuesday: Back
Wednesday: Triceps
Thursday: Biceps
Friday: Legs
Saturday: Shoulders
Sunday: Rest
INCLINE BARBELL PRESSES
Why? For complete mass across the entire upper body, the incline barbell press is indispensable. Pressing through an elevated angle not only raises the fullness of your pecs higher on your chest, but it also works the front delts […]
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off
Written by: Nasser El Sonbaty
One-arm dumbbell rows
This effective exercise lets you squeeze and contract one lat at a time. Never pull too much with your shoulders, instead of your lats, especially when the weight is getting progressively heavier from one set to the next. Keep your back straight and bring your head up as you […]
February 23rd, 2008 | Posted in exercise | Comments Off