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Superman Workout Plan

30 Days / 5 Days per Week / Expert
  • Gain Mass
  • Gain Strength
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9 ratings
  • Summary
  • Workout #1
  • Workout #2
  • Workout #3
  • Workout #4
  • Workout #5
  • Exercises
  • Equipment
  • Activity
  • Leaders
  • Diet

Superman Workout Plan

The Superman Workout Plan was designed with two things in mind: get massive and get strong. The routine found here will take you to the pinnacle of your abilities and truly make you a “man of steel.” The Superman workout utilizes sound research in muscle-building to give you the ultimate prescription for gains like you have never seen before.

Be A True Man of Steel

Superman training is not meant to be pretty, it is meant to be effective. There is very little machine work involved in this super workout. You will rely on barbells, dumbbells, and body-weight exercises for the majority of the work.

More than A Few Pushups

The Superman Workout Plan is divided into five different workouts. Each group of Superman exercises will focus primarily on large muscle groups, while still giving attention to smaller muscles and stabilizer muscles. The split makes it possible to give an all-out effort on each and every rep of each and every set, which will be instrumental in gaining all the benefits the Superman workout is designed to provide.

Build the Largest Muscles and the Rest Will Follow

The chest, back, and legs will receive the bulk of the work in Supermans workout. Not only do these muscles provide the most power, they cover the most surface area of the body. It is critical to challenge these muscles extensively to obtain maximum growth in both size and strength.

The Superman back exercise regimen is comprised of pull-ups, lat pull-downs, and deadlifts, with extra work dedicated to the all-important lower back. Bench presses and pushups using targeted angles will help develop a full, thick chest. Various squats, step-ups, and other leg exercises are sure to add size and power to the legs.

Low Reps to Greatness

When selecting weights for Superman training, it is imperative to know, or to discover, current limits. Almost exclusively, the rep range for the sets prescribed will be in the 5-8 range. In order to reap the most benefit and ensure results, you should be forced to give all-out effort on the final rep and be unable to complete another. This is the science on which the Superman workout is built, enabling you to take full advantage of your time and effort.

Rest between Sets is Critically Important

Rest periods are from one minute to 90 seconds in almost all sets. This is another area of importance, as rests should be timed and followed without variance. Resting for shorter periods of time may not allow for good form and complete sets. Longer rest periods can backfire and be counterproductive to desired gains. That being said, each workout is designed so that the workouts can still be completed in a timely manner. The whole setup is such that you can get in, get done, and get out in reasonable time.

Following this plan will result in bigger, stronger muscles. Its development is not accidental. Each part of the program is designed with true regard to the proven exercises, techniques, and optimal methods for gaining both strength and physical presence. If you are ready to become the biggest and strongest you have ever been, the Superman Workout Plan was designed for you.

Workout #1

Superman Chest, Back, & Triceps Workout

Normal Exercise:
  • Rotation #1
  • Rotation #2
  • Rotation #3
  • Rotation #4

Exercise Sets/Time Reps/Distance Rest (min)
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 7 1.5
3 7 1.5
3 10 1.5

Muscles Worked

Muscles_front-back Triceps-blue Shoulders-blue Traps-blue Forearms-blue Quads-blue Calves-blue Middleback-blue Glutes-blue Hipflexors-blue Lowerback-blue Biceps-blue Chest-orange Hamstrings-orange Lats-orange Triceps-orange
Notes:

The bigger compound exercises are set to stay inside the 5-8 rep range and gradually increase from Rotations #1-4. This rep range is ideal for both developing strength and mass at the same time. You must however pick a weight that is extremely difficult to get the last rep that is noted in the workout. You should have to give it all you got to get that last rep to see optimal results from this Superman workout plan.

Workout #2

Superman Biceps & Shoulders Workout

Normal Exercise:
  • Rotation #1
  • Rotation #2
  • Rotation #3
  • Rotation #4

Exercise Sets/Time Reps/Distance Rest (min)
3 6 1.0
3 6 1.0
3 6 1.0
3 7 None
3 7 1.0

Muscles Worked

Muscles_front-back Forearms-blue Triceps-blue Biceps-orange Shoulders-orange
Notes:

These exercises are mostly isolation exercises rather than compound movements and thus are set at a little higher rep range. It is still imperative that you pick a weight to where it is very difficult to get that last rep. Be careful not to use too much weight on the lateral raise and front raise as it is very easy to strain your shoulder. Do not swing the weight up on these exercises. Perform in a smooth controlled manner.

Workout #3

Superman Legs & Lower Back Workout

Normal Exercise:
  • Rotation #1
  • Rotation #2
  • Rotation #3
  • Rotation #4

Exercise Sets/Time Reps/Distance Rest (min)
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.0
3 12 1.0
3 12 1.0
3 12 1.0

Muscles Worked

Muscles_front-back Calves-blue Glutes-blue Hamstrings-blue Hipflexors-blue Lowerback-blue Middleback-blue Shoulders-blue Quads-orange Hamstrings-orange Calves-orange Lowerback-orange
Notes:

The bigger compound exercises are set to stay inside the 5-8 rep range and gradually increase from Rotations #1-4. This rep range is ideal for both developing strength and mass at the same time. You must however pick a weight that is extremely difficult to get the last rep that is noted in the workout. You should have to give it all you got to get that last rep to see optimal results from this Superman workout plan.

Workout #4

Superman Chest, Triceps, & Back Workout

Normal Exercise:
  • Rotation #1
  • Rotation #2
  • Rotation #3
  • Rotation #4

Exercise Sets/Time Reps/Distance Rest (min)
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 7 1.5

Muscles Worked

Muscles_front-back Shoulders-blue Triceps-blue Traps-blue Forearms-blue Quads-blue Calves-blue Middleback-blue Glutes-blue Hipflexors-blue Lowerback-blue Biceps-blue Chest-blue Abs-blue Chest-orange Hamstrings-orange Lats-orange Triceps-orange
Notes:

The bigger compound exercises are set to stay inside the 5-8 rep range and gradually increase from Rotations #1-4. This rep range is ideal for both developing strength and mass at the same time. You must however pick a weight that is extremely difficult to get the last rep that is noted in the workout. You should have to give it all you got to get that last rep to see optimal results from this Superman workout plan.

Workout #5

Superman Legs, Biceps & Shoulders Workout

Normal Exercise:
  • Rotation #1
  • Rotation #2
  • Rotation #3
  • Rotation #4

Exercise Sets/Time Reps/Distance Rest (min)
3 5 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 6 1.5
3 6 1.5
3 5 1.5
3 7 1.0

Muscles Worked

Muscles_front-back Calves-blue Lowerback-blue Glutes-blue Hamstrings-blue Forearms-blue Triceps-blue Quads-orange Biceps-orange Shoulders-orange
Notes:

The bigger compound exercises are set to stay inside the 5-8 rep range and gradually increase from Rotations #1-4. This rep range is ideal for both developing strength and mass at the same time. You must however pick a weight that is extremely difficult to get the last rep that is noted in the workout. You should have to give it all you got to get that last rep to see optimal results from this Superman workout plan.

Exercises Included

ExercisePrimary MuscleDifficulty
Default ChestBeginner
Default ChestBeginner
Default HamstringsIntermediate
Default LatsBeginner
Default TricepsIntermediate
Default ChestExpert
Default BicepsBeginner
Default BicepsBeginner
Default ShouldersIntermediate
Default ShouldersIntermediate
Default ShouldersBeginner
Default QuadsBeginner
Default QuadsIntermediate
Default HamstringsBeginner
Default HamstringsIntermediate
Default CalvesBeginner
Default Lower BackBeginner
Default Lower BackExpert
Default ChestBeginner
Default ChestIntermediate
Default LatsBeginner
Default TricepsBeginner
Default ChestExpert
Default QuadsExpert
Default QuadsIntermediate
Default BicepsBeginner
Default ShouldersIntermediate

Activity

Joe Laz logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/21/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 16,895 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 1,128 calories, and scored 812 points:
  • Push-Up  
    • 25 reps (+25 points)
    • 25 reps (+25 points)
  • Dumbbell Military Press  
    • 12 reps x 50 lbs (+18 points)
    • 12 reps x 50 lbs (+18 points)
    • 12 reps x 50 lbs (+18 points)
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
    • 9 reps x 50 lbs (+13 points)
    • 12 reps x 45 lbs (+17 points)
    • 12 reps x 45 lbs (+17 points)
    • 10 reps x 45 lbs (+14 points)
  • Pull-Up  
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
    • 5 reps (+5 points)
  • Inverted Row  
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
  • Diamond Push-Up  
    • 25 reps (+25 points)
    • 21 reps (+21 points)
    • 21 reps (+21 points)
    • 21 reps (+21 points)
    • 22 reps (+22 points)
  • Tricep Dip  
    • 16 reps (+16 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
  • V-Bar Tricep Pushdown  
    • 6 reps x 200 lbs (+18 points)
    • 6 reps x 200 lbs (+18 points)
    • 6 reps x 205 lbs (+18 points)
    • 6 reps x 205 lbs (+18 points)
    • 5 reps x 215 lbs (+15 points)
    • 5 reps x 215 lbs (+15 points)
    • 8 reps x 190 lbs (+23 points)
    • 8 reps x 190 lbs (+23 points)
  • Dumbbell Curl  
    • 12 reps x 30 lbs (+15 points)
    • 12 reps x 30 lbs (+15 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 6 reps x 35 lbs (+8 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 5 reps x 35 lbs (+6 points)
    • 8 reps x 30 lbs (+10 points)
    • 8 reps x 30 lbs (+10 points)

Legs were a bit tired from hiking yesterday, otherwise feeling great.

theraptor PRO logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/19/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 25,760 lbs, did 3.00 miles of cardio, burned 960 calories, and scored 661 points:
  • Box Squat  
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
  • Barbell Step-Up  
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 185 lbs (+14 points)
    • 5 reps x 185 lbs (+14 points)
  • Alternating Incline Dumbbell Curl  
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
  • Hammer Curl  
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 45 lbs (+7 points)
  • Military Press  
    • 5 reps x 100 lbs (+10 points)
    • 5 reps x 100 lbs (+10 points)
    • 5 reps x 100 lbs (+10 points)
  • Dumbbell Front Raise  
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
    • 7 reps x 35 lbs (+9 points)
  • Calf Press  
    • 15 reps x 400 lbs (+75 points)
    • 12 reps x 425 lbs (+63 points)
    • 10 reps x 450 lbs (+55 points)
  • Walking  
    • 3.00 miles - 01:00:00 (+150 points)
theraptor PRO logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/18/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 11,325 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 448 calories, and scored 342 points:
  • Bench Press  
    • 5 reps x 155 lbs (+12 points)
    • 5 reps x 175 lbs (+13 points)
    • 5 reps x 175 lbs (+13 points)
  • Decline Dumbbell Bench Press  
    • 5 reps x 50 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 60 lbs (+8 points)
    • 5 reps x 70 lbs (+8 points)
  • Deadlift  
    • 5 reps x 245 lbs (+17 points)
    • 5 reps x 265 lbs (+18 points)
    • 5 reps x 265 lbs (+18 points)
  • Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown  
    • 5 reps x 120 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 140 lbs (+12 points)
    • 5 reps x 140 lbs (+12 points)
  • Close-Grip Bench Press  
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
  • Plyometric Push-Up  
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
  • Close Grip Push-Up  
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
Eddie_F logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/18/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 11,135 lbsStar-list, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 544 caloriesStar-list, and scored 541 pointsStar-list:
  • Dumbbell Bench Press  
    • 20 reps x 50 lbs (+30 points)
    • 15 reps x 60 lbs (+24 points)
    • 8 reps x 70 lbs (+13 points)
  • Dumbbell Incline Bench Press  
    • 20 reps x 100 lbs (+40 points)
    • 15 reps x 110 lbs (+31 points)
    • 10 reps x 120 lbs (+22 points)
  • Deadlift  
    • 20 reps x 50 lbs (+30 points)
    • 15 reps x 60 lbs (+24 points)
    • 10 reps x 80 lbs (+18 points)
  • Pull-Up  
    • 15 reps (+15 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 15 reps (+15 points)
  • Chin Skull Crusher  
    • 20 reps x 25 lbs (+25 points)
    • 15 reps x 30 lbs (+19 points)
    • 5 reps x 35 lbs (+6 points)
  • Depth Push-Up  
    • 50 reps (+50 points)
    • 40 reps (+40 points)
    • 30 reps (+30 points)
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Jeff C. I love Depth Push-ups...50 at once is crazy!

Joe Laz logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/17/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 20,045 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 960 calories, and scored 705 points:
  • Bench Press  
    • 10 reps x 185 lbs (+28 points)
    • 6 reps x 195 lbs (+17 points)
    • 4 reps x 195 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 205 lbs (+15 points)
    • 5 reps x 205 lbs (+15 points)
    • 4 reps x 215 lbs (+12 points)
    • 3 reps x 225 lbs (+9 points)
    • 3 reps x 225 lbs (+9 points)
  • V-Bar Tricep Pushdown  
    • 8 reps x 195 lbs (+23 points)
    • 6 reps x 200 lbs (+18 points)
    • 6 reps x 200 lbs (+18 points)
    • 6 reps x 205 lbs (+18 points)
    • 5 reps x 215 lbs (+15 points)
    • 5 reps x 215 lbs (+15 points)
    • 4 reps x 220 lbs (+12 points)
    • 3 reps x 220 lbs (+9 points)
    • 2 reps x 225 lbs (+6 points)
    • 3 reps x 225 lbs (+9 points)
  • Tricep Dip  
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
    • 19 reps (+19 points)
    • 18 reps (+18 points)
    • 17 reps (+17 points)
    • 16 reps (+16 points)
    • 15 reps (+15 points)
    • 14 reps (+14 points)
    • 13 reps (+13 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 11 reps (+11 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
  • Farmer's Walk  
    • 1 reps x 70 lbs (+1 points)
    • 1 reps x 70 lbs (+1 points)
    • 1 reps x 70 lbs (+1 points)
    • 1 reps x 70 lbs (+1 points)
  • Push-Up  
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
    • 20 reps (+20 points)
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Jeff C. All I can say is that your triceps must be on fire!

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Joe Laz Dude, it was difficult getting my shirt on. Love it.

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Jeff C. Hahahahaha

Rcard logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/17/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 7,400 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 424 caloriesStar-list, and scored 337 pointsStar-list:
  • Dumbbell Bench Press  
    • 10 reps x 60 lbs (+16 points)
    • 8 reps x 60 lbs (+12 points)
    • 6 reps x 60 lbs (+9 points)
  • Dumbbell Incline Bench Press  
    • 12 reps x 50 lbs (+18 points)
    • 12 reps x 50 lbs (+18 points)
    • 8 reps x 50 lbs (+12 points)
  • Deadlift  
    • 8 reps x 135 lbs (+18 points)
    • 8 reps x 135 lbs (+18 points)
    • 8 reps x 135 lbs (+18 points)
  • Pull-Up  
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 8 reps (+8 points)
    • 8 reps (+8 points)
  • Chin Skull Crusher  
    • 10 reps x 40 lbs (+14 points)
    • 10 reps x 40 lbs (+14 points)
    • 8 reps x 40 lbs (+11 points)
  • Depth Push-Up  
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
theraptor PRO logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/16/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 23,550 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 520 calories, and scored 506 points:
  • Squat  
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
    • 5 reps x 245 lbs (+17 points)
    • 5 reps x 265 lbs (+18 points)
  • Barbell Lunge  
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
  • Lying Leg Curl  
    • 5 reps x 75 lbs (+8 points)
    • 5 reps x 85 lbs (+9 points)
    • 5 reps x 85 lbs (+9 points)
  • Split Good Morning  
    • 5 reps x 135 lbs (+11 points)
    • 5 reps x 155 lbs (+12 points)
    • 5 reps x 155 lbs (+12 points)
  • Calf Press  
    • 12 reps x 400 lbs (+60 points)
    • 12 reps x 400 lbs (+60 points)
    • 12 reps x 400 lbs (+60 points)
  • Superman  
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
  • Swiss Ball Superman  
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
    • 12 reps (+12 points)
theraptor PRO logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/15/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 4,350 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 320 calories, and scored 218 points:
  • EZ-Bar Preacher Curl  
    • 6 reps x 70 lbs (+10 points)
    • 6 reps x 75 lbs (+10 points)
    • 6 reps x 75 lbs (+10 points)
  • Hammer Curl  
    • 6 reps x 40 lbs (+8 points)
    • 6 reps x 40 lbs (+8 points)
    • 6 reps x 45 lbs (+8 points)
  • Arnold Press  
    • 6 reps x 40 lbs (+8 points)
    • 6 reps x 45 lbs (+8 points)
    • 6 reps x 50 lbs (+9 points)

figuring out the best weight

Rcard logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/14/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 7,895 lbsStar-list, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 384 caloriesStar-list, and scored 327 points:
  • Box Squat  
    • 10 reps x 135 lbs (+23 points)
    • 5 reps x 185 lbs (+14 points)
    • 5 reps x 185 lbs (+14 points)
  • Barbell Step-Up  
    • 8 reps x 50 lbs (+12 points)
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
  • Alternating Incline Dumbbell Curl  
    • 10 reps x 23 lbs (+12 points)
    • 8 reps x 23 lbs (+9 points)
    • 8 reps x 23 lbs (+9 points)
  • Hammer Curl  
    • 10 reps x 30 lbs (+13 points)
    • 6 reps x 30 lbs (+7 points)
    • 6 reps x 30 lbs (+7 points)
  • Military Press  
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
    • 10 reps x 50 lbs (+15 points)
  • Dumbbell Front Raise  
    • 10 reps x 15 lbs (+11 points)
    • 10 reps x 20 lbs (+12 points)
    • 10 reps x 20 lbs (+12 points)
theraptor PRO logged a workout in the Superman Workout Plan for 05/14/2012 (view advanced workout stats), lifted 6,460 lbs, did 0.00 miles of cardio, burned 400 calories, and scored 274 points:
  • Dumbbell Bench Press  
    • 5 reps x 70 lbs (+8 points)
    • 5 reps x 70 lbs (+8 points)
    • 5 reps x 70 lbs (+8 points)
  • Dumbbell Incline Bench Press  
    • 5 reps x 50 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 50 lbs (+7 points)
    • 5 reps x 50 lbs (+7 points)
  • Deadlift  
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
    • 5 reps x 225 lbs (+16 points)
  • Pull-Up  
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
    • 7 reps (+7 points)
  • Chin Skull Crusher  
    • 5 reps x 65 lbs (+8 points)
    • 7 reps x 60 lbs (+11 points)
    • 7 reps x 60 lbs (+11 points)
    • 2 reps x 60 lbs (+3 points)
  • Depth Push-Up  
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)
    • 10 reps (+10 points)

Dumbbell weight is per dumbbell for a total of 140 and 100

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UserMaximum Weight Lifted in a Workout in Plan
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15 Reviews
  • kylejr
    6 months ago #

    well I will be starting this work next week and I'll let you all know how it turns out wish me look

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  • kylejr
    6 months ago #

    so far I am liking this workout plan my muscles are really good

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    6 months ago #

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  • J.D. White
    5 months ago #

    Pretty good workout plan. I tried this one after spending some time on a mostly self-directed powerlifting-style program. (Mostly 5 reps and under with high weights.) A few observations:

    1. It doesn't give your back or legs much of a break if you do Mon-Fri : You do deadlifts on day 1, squat and lower back on day 3, deadlifts again on day 4, and box squats on day 5. That's pretty intense, and hard to keep up if you go heavy at each of those workouts. I might split this to have one of my rest days between workouts #3 and #4.
    2. It's pretty light on upper back development -- just pullups on day 1 and wide-grip pulldowns on day #4. I personally like to add a row (bent-over BB or one-arm DB) to balance this out a bit. Likewise with shoulders -- there's more shoulder work, but I add a little bit on shoulder days.

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    • John O
      5 months ago #

      Yea I agree, it would definitely be a good idea to take a rest in the middle of the week (between #3 and #4). I usually like to take a middle of the week break in all my workouts. I guess it really depends on how your body is feeling, if your muscles are sore then it is definitely smart to allow your body to recover before trying to tear it down again (your body gets stronger when recovering, not in the gym).

      All workouts can be tweaked to a persons preferences and goals (I personally almost always switch some things when following a workout). Adding in a row isn't a bad idea at all. You do hit your back though more than just with the Pull-Ups and Wide-Grip Pulldowns. Deadlifts are one of the best exercises for building bigger/stronger traps and with a lot of the chest exercises like bench press and push-ups you are also working out your back.

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    • JoelJonathan
      5 months ago #

      To add on to what you said - one other modification that I made was to do snatch grip deadlifts in place of regular deadlifts for one of the two per week deadlifting days. I can't go quite as heavy but I definitely feel a different focus on my back and legs.

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  • kylejr
    5 months ago #

    This was a great plan I got the size and strength I wanted if you are looking to get bigger and stronger you have to do this plan

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  • JoelJonathan
    5 months ago #

    I am really liking this workout so far. One positive thing to this workout is that so far it seems to have a really nice mix of different body parts each day so you get a nice pump going :)

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  • John O
    4 months ago #

    Almost two weeks into this workout plan and I really like it. It hits each muscle group at least twice a week (while still providing ample amount of time between repeating the same bodypart so your muscles are fully recovered and ready to go again). Definitely would recommend this plan if your looking to add size and strength.

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    • John O
      3 months ago #

      Oops I gave this plan 3 stars. I meant to give it 5 stars.

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  • Carl J.
    29 days ago #

    This is workout plan that will definitely have you feeling like superman by the end of it. I saw gains in all areas and was very pleased with what I saw in the gym and physically in the mirror.

    I had to add in some workouts on some days as there are things missing as others have noted or there is more emphasis to one body part or muscle group than than the others. Also added in ab work when I could too. But overall as I said, awesome workout plan and if you stick to the notes and what to do and push yourself, you'll see gains and increases in strength.

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  • weakling
    26 days ago #

    Just a quick question. I should be doing as many or all of the rotations everyday of the workout? So monday I would do workout #1 with all of the rotations?

    thanks.

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    • cewant
      11 days ago #

      i think you will find rotation 1 is week 1, rotation 2 week 2 and so on...

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  • Tyler S.
    20 days ago #

    I just finished my month on this workout plan, and it was great overall. It hit some new areas for me, just needs some variation in some of the leg exercises I think, as some others mentioned. It was good to mix in some leg press and Romanian deadlifts for me.

    I really saw improvements in the strength of my chest in going from being able to handle 5 depth push-ups the first time I tried them to 3 sets of 10 on my last try = pretty awesome if you ask me!

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