WORKOUT PLANS - PART 2

 

If a four day workout plan is too much for you, consider starting out with a two or three day plan. Keep in mind that you won’t get results as quickly with a fewer day workout, but if you need to start out slowly, it can still be effective.

 

Here is a sample three day workout.

 

Day 1 – Back, Chest, and Abs

 

Do three sets of 12-15 reps each.

 

·         Bent over barbell row

·         Stiff legged barbell dead lift

·         Barbell bench press

·         Incline dumbbell press

·         Dumbbell flies

·         Crunches

 

Day 2 – Legs and Shoulders

Do three sets of 12-15 reps each.


·         Barbell squat

·         Seated calf raise

·         Front dumbbell raise

·         Side lateral raise

·         Upright barbell row

·         Lunges

·         Barbell squats

 

Day 3 – Biceps, Triceps, and Abs

 

Do three sets of 12-15 reps each

 

·         Barbell curl

·         Incline dumbbell curl

·         Lying triceps press

·         Barbell tricep extension

·         Front dumbbell raise

·         Dumbbell hammer curls

·         Crunches

 

About an hour before your workout, you should eat some protein and carbohydrates. This is to make sure that you have enough energy to make it through your entire workout. By doing this, you are putting your body into an anabolic state that will provide the necessary energy and power to effectively work your muscles.

 

During training, there is increased blood flow to the muscles.

When you consume protein and carbohydrates prior to a workout, your body can take advantage of that extra blood flow and work the muscles more efficiently.

 

Many people opt for a protein shake and a bowl of rice, but you can choose whatever foods you want to get what you need.

 

It’s a good idea to keep track of your workouts and how many sets and reps you are doing. Write it down in a small notebook and when you are able to increase the number of sets and/or reps, be sure to take note of how long it took you to get to that point. Also keep track of the amount of weight you are able to lift and when you are able to increase that weight.

 

It’s also a good idea to do your first set with very little weight. This is to get the blood flowing through the muscles. On the second set, add a little weight and do the exercise again. If you find that it’s


just a bit too easy, try more weight. The goal is to add weight until it’s difficult to complete 8-12 reps. Remember, you want to build your body, not lift weights.

 

Be sure and rest between sets to allow your body to adjust and recover. Usually that’s around a minute or two. DO NOT rest more than a minute or so or else your muscles will get cold and all your previous work will be for naught.

 

It’s a good idea to sprinkle your workouts with some cardio exercises to help get your blood pumping. This could be a little time on a treadmill or walking. The cardio is good for your body and you’ll be focusing on that most important muscle of all – your heart!

 

Good nutrition is an integral part of an effective workout program for any body builder.


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