Too much for 1 workout?

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 09:17 AM

Here is my typical bicep training routine that lasts me about 45 minutes
Is this too much, or is it just right?
(This is all done between 70-80% of my max rep)

Concentration Curls-3 sets of 6
Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6
Seated Dumbbell Curls-3 sets of 6
Barbell Rows-3 sets of 6
Lat Pulldown-3 sets of 6
Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6

MuscleSportMag · 08-22-2008, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpmurph29

Here is my typical bicep training routine that lasts me about 45 minutes
Is this too much, or is it just right?
(This is all done between 70-80% of my max rep)

Concentration Curls-3 sets of 6
Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6
Seated Dumbbell Curls-3 sets of 6
Barbell Rows-3 sets of 6
Lat Pulldown-3 sets of 6
Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6

You have to do what works best for you, but this seems like a bit much for a muscle such as the biceps. For many bodyparts, you can do 12 total sets (4 exercises, 3 sets each). With this routine, you can actually mix it up and do 4 one day, and then repeat one (like Standing BB Curls) and then do the three that you didn't do on Day 1.

If you beat up the Bis too much, they're not going to respond the way you want them to. 45 mins for 1 BP seems a bit long. To find out, try a different approach for a few weeks and then make a comparison. But, like I said, everyone is different and what works for you may not work for me. Good luck.

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 09:31 AM

once again, thank you

**Merkaba** · 08-22-2008, 11:43 AM

I think most people here would agree that that's too much. Many don't even suggest dedicated bicep work. Lots of people especially youngans can get away with it. My biceps respond better when I don't kill them. A good back workout kills my biceps enough. I will crank out some light reps with good form here and there but I don't do bicep days or workouts.

lucifuge · 08-22-2008, 11:49 AM

you train bi's before back?
that's insane...

KelJu · 08-22-2008, 12:00 PM

Too much curling and not enough meat and potatoes. Have you seen any growth from that? How long have you been doing that?

Start with heavy back exercicses first.

Exercise 1: Lat pulldown or Chinups, or pullups,
Exercise 2: T-bar row or bentover barbell row or dumbell row
Exercise 3: Barbell shrugs or dumbell shrugs, or machine shrugs
Exercise 4: any curling exercise will do, but only do 3 or 4 working sets

That is a much simpler and much more affective template. It is basic, but to the point. Also, I use to do deadlifting on a pulling day (back and bis, but I can't deadlift anymore due disc issues. You can decide if you would want to do that.

Metallibanger · 08-22-2008, 12:26 PM

LOL @ you guys replying to a spam thread

Metallibanger · 08-22-2008, 12:31 PM

ReproMan · 08-22-2008, 12:34 PM

What is he spamming?

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Metallibanger

LOL @ you guys replying to a spam thread

how the hell is this a spam thread?? i posted a legitimate question

anyways......yes, i have seen growth
in 1 month, my biceps have grown 1.5 inches in circumference

and i get nice strength gains....i guess it works for some, not for others :-/

KelJu · 08-22-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mpmurph29

how the hell is this a spam thread?? i posted a legitimate question

anyways......yes, i have seen growth
in 1 month, my biceps have grown 1.5 inches in circumference

and i get nice strength gains....i guess it works for some, not for others :-/

Metallibanger is a troll, and too stupid to know what spam is in the first place, so ignore him. We do.

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by KelJu

Metallibanger is a troll, and too stupid to know what spam is in the first place, so ignore him. We do.

I guess that you "older" members have put up with him for awhile lol?? i wouldnt know since i only joined a couple days ago haha

KelJu · 08-22-2008, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by mpmurph29

I guess that you "older" members have put up with him for awhile lol?? i wouldnt know since i only joined a couple days ago haha

No, he is new. But, he has never contributed anything other than aggravation. He is worthless and does not contribute to the site in any way. So ignore him.

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 02:36 PM

lol ok, and KelJu, btw, i like you sig hahahah

KelJu · 08-22-2008, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mpmurph29

lol ok, and KelJu, btw, i like you sig hahahah

I want to put it on a black fitted T-shirt.

mpmurph29 · 08-22-2008, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KelJu

I want to put it on a black fitted T-shirt.

you should make a banner or an actual animated signature of it
r make a bumper sticker out of it lol

Metallibanger · 08-22-2008, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by KelJu

Metallibanger is a troll, and too stupid to know what spam is in the first place, so ignore him. We do.

I'm not a troll nor I'm stupid, I just make fun of retards like you. And if you think you're smarter than me you have bigger problems than being retarded. Go take your medication KelJu...

ReproMan · 08-22-2008, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Metallibanger

I'm not a troll nor I'm stupid, I just make fun of retards like you. And if you think you're smarter than me you have bigger problems than being retarded. Go take your medication KelJu...

I hope you die from puncture wounds to your colon walls.

**Gazhole** · 08-22-2008, 03:40 PM

Thats enough, all.

Either bitchslap eachother with structured arguments using training knowledge, or put eachother on ignore.

ReproMan · 08-22-2008, 03:40 PM

Metallibanger · 08-22-2008, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ReproMan

I hope you die from puncture wounds to your colon walls.

I hope you die after being brutally violated, but maybe you will enjoy that

Metallibanger · 08-22-2008, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ReproMan

You're lucky i cannot grab you fucking homo, you'd be already spitting your teeth

**Gazhole** · 08-22-2008, 03:53 PM

Well this is going nowhere.

08-22-2008, 09:17 AM	#1
mpmurph29 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 39	Too much for 1 workout? Here is my typical bicep training routine that lasts me about 45 minutes Is this too much, or is it just right? (This is all done between 70-80% of my max rep) Concentration Curls-3 sets of 6 Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6 Seated Dumbbell Curls-3 sets of 6 Barbell Rows-3 sets of 6 Lat Pulldown-3 sets of 6 Standing Barbell Curls-3 sets of 6

08-22-2008, 11:43 AM	#4
Merkaba "King of Cheat Meals" Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: sc Posts: 1,625	I think most people here would agree that that's too much. Many don't even suggest dedicated bicep work. Lots of people especially youngans can get away with it. My biceps respond better when I don't kill them. A good back workout kills my biceps enough. I will crank out some light reps with good form here and there but I don't do bicep days or workouts. Ban 2 1/2 's !!!!!! -------------------------------------------- Some Pics. All Natural

08-22-2008, 03:40 PM	#19
Gazhole iwillmakeyousmelltheglove Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Wales, UK Posts: 7,999 Photos: 19	Thats enough, all. Either bitchslap eachother with structured arguments using training knowledge, or put eachother on ignore. 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".

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Gazhole iwillmakeyousmelltheglove Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Wales, UK Posts: 7,999 Photos: 19	Well this is going nowhere. 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".

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08-22-2008, 09:31 AM	#3
mpmurph29 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 39	once again, thank you

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lucifuge 100 Proof Chaos Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 1313 Mockingbird Lane Posts: 1,472 Photos: 14	you train bi's before back? that's insane...

08-22-2008, 12:00 PM	#6
KelJu Thats Dr. Keke to you! Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: In my imagination. Posts: 10,160 Photos: 2	Too much curling and not enough meat and potatoes. Have you seen any growth from that? How long have you been doing that? Start with heavy back exercicses first. Exercise 1: Lat pulldown or Chinups, or pullups, Exercise 2: T-bar row or bentover barbell row or dumbell row Exercise 3: Barbell shrugs or dumbell shrugs, or machine shrugs Exercise 4: any curling exercise will do, but only do 3 or 4 working sets That is a much simpler and much more affective template. It is basic, but to the point. Also, I use to do deadlifting on a pulling day (back and bis, but I can't deadlift anymore due disc issues. You can decide if you would want to do that.

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Metallibanger Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: - Posts: 287 Photos: 13	LOL @ you guys replying to a spam thread

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mpmurph29 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 39	lol ok, and KelJu, btw, i like you sig hahahah