Convergence creates superior results. It is a process by which one takes into account that there are a full spectrum of variables that lead to an outcome. These variables must all be applied in the right way at the right…
“No pain, no gain.” It’s a good philosophy as long as it works, but if you stick with it too long, it often turns into, “All pain and no gain.” I much prefer eight time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney’s philosophy,…
When it comes to selecting how much training volume to use, my general advice for powerlifting is to do two to four work-sets for each muscle group. The weight and intensity should not be so high that perfect lifting form…
Weight training progress comes in the form of either fast, medium, or slow strength gains. If you keep repeating the same amount of reps per set and are able to add five or more pounds to your lifts each week,…
Alternating between whole-sets and half-sets will create a simple variation in your training that may help you to keep gaining. Whole-Sets When using precision point training concepts, whole-sets (or full sets) require that you push a set at least to…
In order to succeed at weight training, a sufficient training stress must be imposed upon the body to elicit an adaptation in the form of added strength. At the same time, the training stress must not be so demanding that…
In the last article titled, Alternate Between High Volume and Low Volume Training, I discussed the training option of doing a high volume workout and a low volume workout within the same week. If this combination works for you, then…
Some lifters prefer high volume training and some prefer low volume training. There are also some who alternate between both. In this article, I will discuss the topic of how to alternate between high and low volume training. One way…
In my opinion, successful strength training and muscle building can basically be summed up in one word, the word being, “feel.” If you can tune-in to the right feel, the right results will begin to materialize in response to your…
The 4 x 8 extra workout is for lifters who normally hit each muscle group only once or twice per week. If this is true of your own training and you are currently making good progress, then keep doing what…
