| In this article I will review and give my opinion on many of the methods and people which preach methods regarding how you should train. |
In this article I will review and give my opinion on many of the methods and
people which preach methods regarding how you should train.
Joe Weider (Muscle and Fitness/Flex)
To be honest lots of people give these two mags a reasonably bad rap.
However, everybody and I mean everybody uses their methods whether they know
it or not. To be honest I have never see either mag prescribe a bad routine.
Now don't misquote me. In these mags we always see the pro's routine and
people say whoa too much, overtraining etc. but could someone somewhere, find
me a mag where they actually say to do the routine. Sure the pro may say do
this routine for bigger biceps, but who would take notice of that. The
beginner programs in muscle and fitness are on the money and the one I found
in flex is even better. I am not saying these methods are the best or even
good for drug free trainers but I am saying it is not total b.s., just look
at the routines on this site to see what I mean.
Rating: B
Steve Holman (Ironman)
I am biased towards Ironman, but I think this is because I really like what
it preaches. Fewer sets, more simulation etc. Holman's Positions of Flexion
has help a myriad of bodybuilders around the world pack on mass, some even
20 pounds in 10 weeks. It is a smart and sensible way of training. The
other contributors such as John Hansen and old schoolers George Turner and
the teachings of the late Vince Gironda are also geared towards natural
athlete who want the most out of there training. I thoroughly recommend you
read Ironman or buy any of the books: Critical mass, compound aftershock or
10 week size surge. (all available at http://www.home-gym.com)
Rating: A
Bill Phillips (Body-for-Life)
The 20 minute cardio solution is possibly the greatest breakthrough in fat
loss ever. I know this is a bold statement but I can attest it is amazing.
I have never tried his weight training program however it to looks like it
could work well incorporating pyramiding and supersets. If you do the 20
minute cardio, do it first thing on an empty stomach and try not to eat for
a hour after.
Additional Body-for-Life Info
Rating: A
Max-OT
The idea of hit muscle failure in the most efficient way is good, however
this system of such low reps is really only for those who have a greater
percentage of fast twitch muscle fibers as opposed to slow twitch.
Rating: C+
Mike Mentzer (HIT)
I am not a fan of HIT. I just can see how it would work. Also I know my
muscles would atrophy due to extended breaks.
Rating: C-
Pump Magazine
Good Photos and steroid and prohormone info. Things that don't interest me
in the least. Unless you are on juice avoid.
Rating: D+
There you have it just my opinions regarding some of the methods and
philosophy's out there. But remember just because I don't like them doesn't
me you won't. I would love to hear your opinions so don't hesitate to email
me.
Until next time,
Callum
callummahoney@hotmail.com
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