Hey there guys. Decided to step up and buy this program. Rob has been great in this process of buying this, answering every question I have asked him, which have been a lot. Here a little info on me:
-Age:18
-Years training: 1 (really motivated when it comes to weight lifting, love it)
-Really don't know my maxes since I don't train shooting for 1rm. What I do know is that I can rep 150 on the bench for about 5-6 and squat 140 on the smith (yeah, I know, gym is a smaller one and doesn't have power rack) for about 5-6 reps. I know, I'm not the strongest, but I'm sure Blueprint will help me with this.
I used to be about 250 at about 16, started losing weight and now I am at about 175. IMO I've come a long way, will try to post pics on my progress.
What do I expect from this Blueprint run? Well, I certainly want to get some great gains. Size is my main goal here, but I'm sure that strength will come with it as well. My 1rm on the bench is probably 160-170, so I wanna raise that 1rm to about 200. I'm positive I can do this, but this is my secondary goal, as my main one is size.
I will start blueprint next week, probably tuesday as I want to have 3 days rest, as Friday will be my last workout on my current routine.
I'm sure people here are great people who are certainly willing to help me out on this. Been reading and have a good idea on what to do, but still I'm somewhat confused on some stuff.
xxtotuxx's first try at the BLUEPRINT
All welcome our newest member!
We're glad to have you man an you're in the right place.. Now you've just poured over your Blueprint and undoubtedly, the world is spinning. Take some time to let the big picture settle in. Formulate some concrete goals and then read, re-read and formulate questions.
Most important: Try to take this one step at a time. Meaning initally focus on the Famine week. Once you start thinking about Feast, Cruise etc it gets busy and you can get distracted. I know the feeling.... very excited to get this underway and you will!
And I'll be here every step of the way. Just let it sink in over the next few days. Write down your questions and post them here. I'm here twice a day morning and night and his forum is super helpful so...... let's get movin'!!!
We're glad to have you man an you're in the right place.. Now you've just poured over your Blueprint and undoubtedly, the world is spinning. Take some time to let the big picture settle in. Formulate some concrete goals and then read, re-read and formulate questions.
Most important: Try to take this one step at a time. Meaning initally focus on the Famine week. Once you start thinking about Feast, Cruise etc it gets busy and you can get distracted. I know the feeling.... very excited to get this underway and you will!
And I'll be here every step of the way. Just let it sink in over the next few days. Write down your questions and post them here. I'm here twice a day morning and night and his forum is super helpful so...... let's get movin'!!!
The multi and perhaps a pre-workout are OK. Any type of BCAA, protein etc is definately out.
Remember, this is a detox phase. Famine was just an eye catching name. It really is (or should be) a health exercise to detox the body. I mean, a diet of fruits, vegetables, live juiced drinks, leafy greens and some nuts... pretty darned healthy!
Now I'm not saying you're going to feel terrific. Anyone that does a detox will tell you it feels great AFTER it's done. So take that to heart. If you ever feel sick/woozy etc. dis-continue.
Because you can't make gains when you're down and out!
Remember, this is a detox phase. Famine was just an eye catching name. It really is (or should be) a health exercise to detox the body. I mean, a diet of fruits, vegetables, live juiced drinks, leafy greens and some nuts... pretty darned healthy!
Now I'm not saying you're going to feel terrific. Anyone that does a detox will tell you it feels great AFTER it's done. So take that to heart. If you ever feel sick/woozy etc. dis-continue.
Because you can't make gains when you're down and out!
Rob, a question about Wednesday Famine workout. Modified somethings here and there, wondering if it's ok.
a) Bench Press, followed by DB Arnold Press, 2x8-10, 1 minute rest between set.
b) Incline Bench press, followed by DB Shoulder Press, 2x8-10, 1 minute rest between set.
c) skullcrushers 1x8-10, 1 minute rest, rope pressdown 1x8-10, 1 minute rest, CGBP 1x8-10.
Also, I've been wondering. If I do some cardio on the offdays, could I add some abs as well? I'm used to training abs daily 5x a week, so I don't know where to fit them here. Thanks!
a) Bench Press, followed by DB Arnold Press, 2x8-10, 1 minute rest between set.
b) Incline Bench press, followed by DB Shoulder Press, 2x8-10, 1 minute rest between set.
c) skullcrushers 1x8-10, 1 minute rest, rope pressdown 1x8-10, 1 minute rest, CGBP 1x8-10.
Also, I've been wondering. If I do some cardio on the offdays, could I add some abs as well? I'm used to training abs daily 5x a week, so I don't know where to fit them here. Thanks!
Those modifications are fine. You're on the right track!
As far as abs, you can do them sure. I prefer to do them on training days but see no issues on the off days PROVIDED they're not compromised/sore come your next squat workout.
If they are weaker, they'll give in first and your lower back will be forced to pick up the slack. Not good...
You sound like you're in great shape plus you're young so, just keep those caveats in mind!
As far as abs, you can do them sure. I prefer to do them on training days but see no issues on the off days PROVIDED they're not compromised/sore come your next squat workout.
If they are weaker, they'll give in first and your lower back will be forced to pick up the slack. Not good...
You sound like you're in great shape plus you're young so, just keep those caveats in mind!