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TOM PLATZ’S QUAD WORKOUT

TOM PLATZ’S QUAD WORKOUT 1. Squats: 8-10 sets of 5-20 reps* 2. Hack squats: 5 sets of 10-15 reps 3. Leg extensions: 5-8 sets of 10-15 reps 4. Lying leg curls: 6-10 sets of 10-15 reps *Squats were performed by Tom deep and strict and pyramided to more than 600 pounds. for those that have…

Q&A: The Angle of the Incline Press

Q&A: At what angle should one set the incline bench? I see many put it higher then others. Answer: It all depends how much emphasis you want to place on the front deltoids. The higher the angle, the more delts you’ll engage within the incline press. Personally, I find the 30-degree the most effective for…

Nutrition Tip: Eating & Training

If you’re not eating correctly, all your hard work in the gym is pretty much a waste. No matter what you do in the gym, what supplements you take, what enhancement drugs you’re taking, will NOT give you the physique you want unless your nutrition plan is solid, balanced, and built for the results you…

Leg Workout – 9/9/13

Leg Workout – 9/9/13 warmup: – laying hamstring curls 2×15 – standing calf raises 2×15 working exercises: – barbell squats 5×8-15 (heavier each set; squat to the floor; none of this parallel squat crap. if your ass aint to the grass, get the fuck out) – leg press 6×8-15 (heavier each set; deep sets) –…

Yesterday’s 2 Session Split Workout: Workout 1 – Chest, Workout 2- Arms/Abs

Yesterdays 2 session split workout: Workout 1 – Chest, Workout 2- Arms/Abs Session 1 (12pm) Chest: -Flat Barbell Bench 4 sets x 8-15 Superset with Hammer Strength Press 2 sets ONLY at 60-70% of the weight of your working set. -Incline Bench 4set x 7-12 Hammer Strenght Wide-Chest press 4×10 Superset with Hammer Strength Press…

Leg Training Routine – July 13, 2013

Warmup: – Leg extensions 3 x 10 (lite/moderate) – Leg Press 2 x 10 (lite) ** The goal for the warmup is to not try and get a burn in the muscle group. Save that for the working sets. This is just to lubricate the joints and get blood into the muscle group. Working: –…

Q&A: Do you count your macros?

Question: Marek, do you count your macros? Answer: HECK NO. All that I need to gauge is how well I perform, feel, and especially look in the mirror. Why would I want to waste my time counting calories? That’s just an eating disorder waiting to happen. When you’re intune with your body and mind, no…

Q&A: Precontest and supplementation

Question: When do you personally stop consuming whey protein/preworkouts/etc. when getting ready for a show? Answer: I usually stop all powder supplementation 2 weeks out from a contest. At that point, I stick only to my nutritional vitamin supplements only, along with whole foods for my daily calorie intake. I find that removal of whey…

Q&A: Should I take Steriods?

Question: People have told me to take steroids, and many other drugs to start getting the body I want. I have only been lifting a short time, and I am already growing impatient. What are your thoughts on this? Answer: Man, I get this one more often these days then I thought I’d ever would,…

Q&A: How are you hungry in Offseason?

Question: Marek, with all the food you’re now currently eating, how in the hell do you stay hungry? How is that even possible? Thanx Answer: Who says I’m hungry? In the off-season I am rarely hungry, unless it’s on a day where I missed a meal or two, and then I get hungry as shit…