Thread: lifting routine while taking M1t

Given your setup, I would choose to increase frequency/muscle group to twice per week. M1T cycles are usually short. So getting in as many growth opportunities in that short time frame is a good strategy imo.

I think a good attitude is to expect a strength gain in all lifts trained each time you hit the gym. Pick exercises accordingly.

You may also want to leave a little leeway in your planning. Some of the side effects like cramps/lower back pain etc might necessitate training modifications. If pumps are a bit too much, reduce reps, add weight etc.

well said cardinal

I would definitely step it up to get the most in during your cycle. I made my routine each group twice a week, but after 2 weeks of this i have developed incredible pain in my right deltoid when doing pressing movements. Im not sure if its because of the M1T or not but i never had it before.

Don't sell yourself short on the weights that you are throwing on the bar. I am realizing that every day that I step in there. I am repping more than I have ever maxed at. I was throwing weight on and expecting to get no more than 3, and ended up getting 8.

Originally Posted by Purdue Power

Don't sell yourself short on the weights that you are throwing on the bar. I am realizing that every day that I step in there. I am repping more than I have ever maxed at. I was throwing weight on and expecting to get no more than 3, and ended up getting 8.

Good post, I'm the same way. Im on M1T right now, and that happens every night.

But I'll also bump what they said above - dont go too fast, you forget about the sides. They can make you or break you; you have to learn how to handle them.