How long will it take and how much will i gain

how2 · 07-19-2009, 05:44 PM

i have no idea about who long it takes to gain muscle mass but i was wondering if anyone else could give me an idea.
i train every day for approx. 1.5-2hrs a night doing various dumbbell curls of 10 sets of 40 reps on each arm and bench presses of 10 sets of 35 reps (which i have both marginally increased in number)
ive only just started but im using a weight that challenges my muscles i know this because i actually feel them being used so to speak and normaly feel sore the following day, ive stuck to this router for just over one week but i was wondering how long it would take to gain some muscle mass or how much i can expet to gain after a certain amount of time of sticking to this regime???

**P-funk** · 07-19-2009, 05:46 PM

7 years and you will gain approximately 80lbs...

Seriously, how could anyone answer that?

In all honesty, looking at your training program my guess would be you are on a fast track to no gains.

patrick

how2 · 07-19-2009, 05:57 PM

lol kk like i said just started so truly have no idea about what could happen but really no gains ???

**P-funk** · 07-19-2009, 05:59 PM

Try reading the stickies here to learn how to set up a better, more balanced, training program.

patrick

how2 · 07-19-2009, 06:04 PM

kk thankyou
and i would love to hear more ideas and thoughts please guys

readyformore · 07-19-2009, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by how2

kk thankyou
and i would love to hear more ideas and thoughts please guys

your goal is muscle gains...
do less reps with more heavier weight.. do 5 sets of like 5-8 reps where on the last set ur struggling to get it p those 5 or 8 times.. that's some basic knowledge i have, and most important, what you are eating is the thing that makes a huge difference... diet is a good key to muscle gains

i'm only a noobie and there is alot more people here that have a lot more stuff to say on this

**Gazhole** · 07-19-2009, 08:17 PM

Honestly, so long as you are eating a lot any sort of training style will give you gains, so long as it's balanced and provides you with ample rest time.

how2 · 07-20-2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by readyformore

your goal is muscle gains...
do less reps with more heavier weight.. do 5 sets of like 5-8 reps where on the last set ur struggling to get it p those 5 or 8 times

is that true because i read something couple of days ago that the whole less reps high weight was a myth because for example (keep numbers simple) i lifted 5KG for 100 reps that initially means ive lifted 500kgs but if i did 50 reps on 10kgs ive still initially lifted 500kgs so does it make a difference or is that a load of crap lol????

jorge · 07-20-2009, 05:51 PM

2 to 3 years to see any good quality gains. Without the use of any anabolics! With anabolics, about 6 months

how2 · 07-20-2009, 06:12 PM

lol im staying away from steroids but really im not trying to be like a body builder i signed up to this to get some tips for training my main aim is to gain muscle around the chest and arms as i am really quite skinny or does that not make a difference

by the way would like to get some feedback on the idea that the low reps high weight is a myth or not???

m11 · 07-20-2009, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P-funk

Try reading the stickies here to learn how to set up a better, more balanced, training program.

patrick

Please do this. It'll make things clearer.

Different rep ranges are used to accomplish different goals within a routine. Additionally, 50 reps at 10kg is not the same as 5 reps at 100kg. You would be ignoring a lot of important concepts to jump to the conclusion that because you are doing a total of 500kg either way that they'll affect the body in the same way.

ygbodybuilder10 · 07-20-2009, 10:03 PM

well i guess it depends on ur age and how high ur test levels are and ur training and diet.
that will determine ur mass gains

Gman27 · 07-20-2009, 11:21 PM

10 sets of 35 reps?! dang man tryin to kill yourself? lol mass muscle gains IS in lower reps 6-8 i prefer with like 4 sets. Its not a myth because iv tried both high and low reps along with many many other ppl iv known and heard from. high reps will get you cut, low reps will build mass/strength. And make sure your taking in more calories than your burning, along with protein in your diet.

readyformore · 07-21-2009, 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by how2

is that true because i read something couple of days ago that the whole less reps high weight was a myth because for example (keep numbers simple) i lifted 5KG for 100 reps that initially means ive lifted 500kgs but if i did 50 reps on 10kgs ive still initially lifted 500kgs so does it make a difference or is that a load of crap lol????

where did you hear that from? your muscles are going to get fatigue before they actually get a workout... i highly doubt that you will gain muscle.. try 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps... it's been tested numerous time's that it is mainly for muscle growth, 3-5 reps = muscle gain and 10-15 or so = definition somewhat..

try lifting heavier for a day at the gym with lower reps, see how you feel the next day, i bet you'll feel like you got a hell of a workout compared to your first 35 rep session

how2 · 07-21-2009, 04:17 PM

my diet deffinately has enough protein in it and i will take your advice on the lower reps with higher weights but this is going to sound really dumb but what does it feel like when youve had a really good workout because my arms normally felt like sore the following day n felt tense and firmer around the areas i had been working on is that normaL????

how2 · 07-21-2009, 04:18 PM

and another thing how long should i leave beween sets between my previous sets id been having 50 second breaks is thtat too much or not enough

rahaas · 07-21-2009, 07:03 PM

Please take some time and read the stickies.

07-19-2009, 05:44 PM	#1
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	How long will it take and how much will i gain i have no idea about who long it takes to gain muscle mass but i was wondering if anyone else could give me an idea. i train every day for approx. 1.5-2hrs a night doing various dumbbell curls of 10 sets of 40 reps on each arm and bench presses of 10 sets of 35 reps (which i have both marginally increased in number) ive only just started but im using a weight that challenges my muscles i know this because i actually feel them being used so to speak and normaly feel sore the following day, ive stuck to this router for just over one week but i was wondering how long it would take to gain some muscle mass or how much i can expet to gain after a certain amount of time of sticking to this regime???

07-19-2009, 05:46 PM	#2
P-funk Patrick Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: AZ Posts: 31,700	7 years and you will gain approximately 80lbs... Seriously, how could anyone answer that? In all honesty, looking at your training program my guess would be you are on a fast track to no gains. patrick E-Book: Take Charge! Everything You Need To Know To Write Your Own Training Programs Online Consulting/Program Design Reality Based Fitness Podcast Check me out on Twitter! Subscribe to our free monthly newsletter! "In the beginners mind there are many possibilities, in the experts there are few." -Buddha's Little Instruction Book

07-19-2009, 05:59 PM	#4
P-funk Patrick Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: AZ Posts: 31,700	Try reading the stickies here to learn how to set up a better, more balanced, training program. patrick E-Book: Take Charge! Everything You Need To Know To Write Your Own Training Programs Online Consulting/Program Design Reality Based Fitness Podcast Check me out on Twitter! Subscribe to our free monthly newsletter! "In the beginners mind there are many possibilities, in the experts there are few." -Buddha's Little Instruction Book

07-19-2009, 08:17 PM	#7
Gazhole iwillmakeyousmelltheglove Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Wales, UK Posts: 8,002 Photos: 19	Honestly, so long as you are eating a lot any sort of training style will give you gains, so long as it's balanced and provides you with ample rest time. http://sdatrainingprograms.blogspot.com - Updated 13/11/09 ***READ THIS FOR TRAINING INFO:*** http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/training/99879-articles-ironmagazineforums-members.html If you want to win the fight, say "I BELIEVE".

07-20-2009, 10:03 PM	#12
ygbodybuilder10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: baltimore Posts: 43	well i guess it depends on ur age and how high ur test levels are and ur training and diet. that will determine ur mass gains full time natural bodybuilder/full time college student I lift heavy, I train hard, and I eat smart. I'm about to take the npc by storm youngbodybuilder1020@gmail.com

07-19-2009, 05:57 PM	#3
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	lol kk like i said just started so truly have no idea about what could happen but really no gains ???

07-19-2009, 06:04 PM	#5
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	kk thankyou and i would love to hear more ideas and thoughts please guys

07-20-2009, 05:51 PM	#9
jorge Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: mass Posts: 32	2 to 3 years to see any good quality gains. Without the use of any anabolics! With anabolics, about 6 months

07-20-2009, 06:12 PM	#10
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	lol im staying away from steroids but really im not trying to be like a body builder i signed up to this to get some tips for training my main aim is to gain muscle around the chest and arms as i am really quite skinny or does that not make a difference by the way would like to get some feedback on the idea that the low reps high weight is a myth or not???

07-20-2009, 11:21 PM	#13
Gman27 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 6	10 sets of 35 reps?! dang man tryin to kill yourself? lol mass muscle gains IS in lower reps 6-8 i prefer with like 4 sets. Its not a myth because iv tried both high and low reps along with many many other ppl iv known and heard from. high reps will get you cut, low reps will build mass/strength. And make sure your taking in more calories than your burning, along with protein in your diet.

07-21-2009, 04:17 PM	#15
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	my diet deffinately has enough protein in it and i will take your advice on the lower reps with higher weights but this is going to sound really dumb but what does it feel like when youve had a really good workout because my arms normally felt like sore the following day n felt tense and firmer around the areas i had been working on is that normaL????

07-21-2009, 04:18 PM	#16
how2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London England Posts: 12	and another thing how long should i leave beween sets between my previous sets id been having 50 second breaks is thtat too much or not enough

07-21-2009, 07:03 PM	#17
rahaas Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Delaware Posts: 880 Photos: 1	Please take some time and read the stickies. *No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.*

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