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Use HIT/HD and you can train no longer than 30 min. every 4-10 days. Myself, I train every 7-10 days for less than 15 min. per workout.

You are overtraining, unledss you are just going through the motions. If you want to avoid overtraining, reduce to no more than three sets per bodypart, 4-10 days between workouts, and REST-REST-REST!!!!!!

If you don't have access to barbells, how do you train? If all you have available are machines, perform only the leg press, using a moderate rep speed, say, 4/4, 6/6, and take the set to failure.

Are you built for the deadlift? Also, what is the rep cadence that you are using? And, does your coach know what he is doing; that is, are you coached to use proper deadlift technique?

I must weigh in on this post: HIT is the most effective training method available, regardless whether the individual is juicing or is clean. The only problem that I see with the post orignator is that he is training too frequently. Myself, I train a full-body routine every 7-10 days, 3-4 sets...

You should perform the precise number of sets necessary per bodypart to realize growth. Even though many people have made gains using multiple sets, you should perform no more than 1-3 sets per bodypart. You may do this type of training using either full-body or split routines, with 4-10 days...

Good point--it is quality, not quantity that is the determining factor.

I never said my set is of greater intensity, but when one is a truly natural trainer (i.e., no supplements of any kind) and has a great deal of professional and familial obligations that must be met, brief, high intensity full-body routines are the most effective for maintaining a healthy...

The opinions about the HIT method are interesting, to say the least. However, the views expressed are equating duration with intensity, but those two factors are not synonymous. Intensity refers to the amount of energy an individual can exert during a period of time. Low intensity, then, means...

The training I use follows the principles developed by Mike Mentzer, Arthur Jones, Stuart McRobert, Bob Wheelan, as well as other HIT proponents. I train no more than two times per week for about 20 minutes per session. The intensity used during those sessions prevent me from training any longer...

This view implies that HIT/HD users are lazy, which is an ad hominem position (i.e., a "personal attack" supported by neither logic nor data). Do you have proof to support this statement?

I have found abbreviated routines (a la, HIT/HD), along with a sensible diet to be very effective for strength, mass, and appearance. What do you think?

Based on the posts, two issues need to be addressed: (1) The definition of intensity; and (2) measuring intensity. From the literature to which I have been exposed, and from my own experiences, I can offer: 1. Intensity is utilizing the maximum amount of muscular force that is available. 2...

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In his book The Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding, Arnold discussed several training programs. In short, he followed a double-split program, training six days per week, working each bodypart either two or three times weekly, with high volume.

Mentzer addresses some topics in this work that are not addressed in his other books, but I still prefer the HD II book to his other writings. Like you, Mex, I train once per week, but for only 15 min. Moreover, I have been able to gain strength while losing bodyfat by following the...

Training to failure is the only true way to determine intensity, i.e., training to failure = 100% intensity; not training to failure < 100% intensity. I, too, train to failure using an abbreviated routine. On occasion, I will incorporate static contraction and negative training at the end of a...

HIT is a theory that is based on abbreviated training; Heavy Duty is a system that is derived from HIT theory. In brief, HIT is predicated on infrequent workouts, complete recovery, and training to failure. Heavy Duty utilizes these principles, as well as other principles. To learn more about...

If you are interested about Mike Mentzer's work, you can purchase his books/videos from www.mikementzer.com or from www.highintensity.net. I use his system, and I have had excellent results.

The trap bar is in a hexagonal shape and is used for various movements, most notably bent-leg deadlifts. The bar's design allows you to be inside it and grip it with your arms by your side, hands facing inward. Check various weight training sites for info. about locating a trap bar and small...