Thread: legs lagging - split up quads and hamstrings?

I see no problem with it at all.

good idea, why not do hams with back, and really work the DLs?

Originally Posted by nikegurl

what does everyone think about training quads on one day (with calves) and hamstrings on another (with biceps).

overall my legs are really lagging. not sure if splitting them up into 2 training sessions would be wise or not.

if i split them i'd probably do this:

QUADS
squats - 5 sets
leg press - 3 or 4 sets
extensions - 3 sets

maybe some hacks instead of leg press sometimes


HAMSTRINGS
sldl - 5 sets
lying curls - 3 sets
seated curls - 3 sets


better to split into 2 training days or just train them harder in one?

I know that you knowledge surpasses my own, but allow me to put in my 2 pesos (at two cents US, I'd be overcharging):

Why not prioritize by keeping a normal leg day (quads and hams) and adding a day where you alternate (each week) an extra quad or hams workout?

Originally Posted by nikegurl

what does everyone think about training quads on one day (with calves) and hamstrings on another (with biceps).

overall my legs are really lagging. not sure if splitting them up into 2 training sessions would be wise or not.

if i split them i'd probably do this:

QUADS
squats - 5 sets
leg press - 3 or 4 sets
extensions - 3 sets

maybe some hacks instead of leg press sometimes


HAMSTRINGS
sldl - 5 sets
lying curls - 3 sets
seated curls - 3 sets


better to split into 2 training days or just train them harder in one?

If it will keep you in the good grace of the lord, go for it

Originally Posted by nikegurl

what does everyone think about training quads on one day (with calves) and hamstrings on another (with biceps).

overall my legs are really lagging. not sure if splitting them up into 2 training sessions would be wise or not.

if i split them i'd probably do this:

QUADS
squats - 5 sets
leg press - 3 or 4 sets
extensions - 3 sets

maybe some hacks instead of leg press sometimes


HAMSTRINGS
sldl - 5 sets
lying curls - 3 sets
seated curls - 3 sets


better to split into 2 training days or just train them harder in one?

Way too many sets I.M.O..
Cut it down by 25% or more

I started to split my leg training days up, Mon - Quads/Calves - Thu - Hamstrings/Glutes.
My hamstrings were lacking but are now finally starting to come in and my quad sweep is definately improving all as a result of splitting my workouts... though two heavy leg days really does kinda suck! lol

I've done it before. I didn't notice any special results, but it is certainly worth a shot.

I was thinking about doing the same thing myself, since I like to follow leg day with back day. I think I'm going to start my split so that leg and back day is the order of the workout days, but there will be a 2 off day break between them.

I have recently started spliiting the leg day, probably3 weeks counting the one im in now, I do Quads/Delts/Calves monday and Hams/Chest/Calves Thursday I like getting squats in 2X a week but I have to agree with the britchic, it is very tough work and you really gotta be motivated. Was thinkin about moving hams to friday with back.

I may as well give it a shot. Here's the split I'll use for now:

Mon Shoulders & Triceps
Tues Quads & Calves
Wed off
Thurs Back & Abs
Fri Chest & Biceps
Sat Hamstrings & Calves
Sun Abs