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Critiquing a physique is always a subjective matter, so keep that in mind when reading my comments.

I can see you have been working out, which is always a great sign. Judging body fat percentages...

For anyone interested, I have decided to go for this variant :)

Sumo Deadlifts: 3-4X6-8
Nordic Hamstrings: 3-4X6-8
Bent Knee Calf Raise-variation: 3-4X6-8
Leg Press Low-ish Feet: 2-3X10-12...

I see your point regarding quad work at the expense of hamstring work. How about dropping the lunges and doing Nordic hamstrings in its place?

Would you add lateral cable raises to the upper body...

Thank you for answering. This is exactly the kind of feedback I am after. I am a bit rusty after a long while out of the game, but I am always open-minded and willing to learn and change my opinions....

I was also wondering where it would be prudent to substitute an exercise for military press, or if I can add it in addition. I like that exercise and feel I want to hit the delts a bit harder. Only...

Hi guys!

Long time no see... I have been out of it for a while, but I am slowly getting back into training. I wanted to try Lyle McDonald's Generic Bulking Routine as a starting point for getting...

Hi Doug!

I could of course do that, and I know that will give me the best results. What I guess I could do is do a multiple site test while loosing weight to determine what my abdominal skinfold...

Hello!

Does anyone have links to a chart like the AccuMeasure 3000 chart for fat percentage estimation using callipers? My problem is that I get inconsistent readings on the suprailiac site and...

I would work up to the 12 rep mark, then add weight and work up to 12 reps again.

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Ofc I do!

I guess i have the record now with over a year?????? :d

I don't see a problem with the arch in the last video, as far as strain on the shoulders go. If you still have pain, there may be something there worth checking out.

If you could try to get a side view, that would be great!

"Something about flat bench putting too much pressure on the delts."

The more of an incline your bench is set at, the more you involve...

I see no reason not to do flat benching. Do they have any specific reason not to do this? A pro-lifter like a competing lifter? Because it would be pretty bad programming to leave out one of the...

I can't see any immediate reason for why you get pain during the movement. I am sorry I can't help you more here. I will have to stay with my initial recommendation: go see a good physiotherapist!

Personally, I don't. I'm ad libitum at the moment.

But when I do, I use a site like myfitnesspal.com, but it's a Norwegian one with micro nutrients as well. And you need a little wiggle room. It's...

Form looks fine, but very hard to judge without a side view. You are a little asymmetrical in the start of that video, but it evens out. If you were to continue the lift, where would the bar hit your...

Can you describe the pain, where it stems from and how it feels? Is it stinging and sharp, or more burning?

Maybe you have tight shoulders, or that you pinch a nerve or something? I recommend that...

But to you get pain when the back is flat, regardless of the tightness in your upper back?

Because that can be corrected.

The routine is fine, but I would probably not do curls and bench presses before squats and deadlifts on day two. If you are specifically lacking in arm strength and size, you could do it if it's not...

Like he said, there is nothing magical about any form of ratio. What is important is to meet your daily needs for protein, carbs and fats. If that means 15/55/30, then so be it. If that means...

Good for you!

So yeah it is going well, a few other people I know who workout do separate days of say legs, back, chest etc.. and I wondered if there was any benefit of that over the routine I am...

I personally do it so that I will struggle to hit the last rep in the last set. Sometimes that means that the first set is a bit easier than expected, sometimes that means that all the sets are about...

1. There is lot's of things you probably can do in the gym that your doctor isn't even aware of. You should get a specialist that knows a lot about your back problem AND a lot about resistance...

Of course, but just setting aside the wants and such - what might be quickest in terms of getting to a certain degree of body fat and back up again to your previous strength?

This is purely hypothetical and just kind of a thought experiment. We all know that you should not lose weight too fast. This might lead to a loss of muscle mass, strength, a slowed down metabolism...

Yes, please report your progress :) I'm subscribed to all threads I post in! :)

Doesn't sound like too much, but what exercises are you doing?

If you do 1 million sets with 1 quintillion reps, then yes, the volume will be too high! :)

But seriously, please outline the specified number of reps and sets per exercise so that we have more...

My current routine consists of workout A and workout B. Workout A is more maximal strength and power related in terms of intensity, and workout B is more hypertrophy related, but is getting more...

The biceps consists of two heads. Both originates from your shoulder blade and inserts on your forearm. The triceps, however, consists of three heads, where one originates from your shoulder blade...

I never said that different grip width, different styles of benching or different chest exercises won't activate the muscles differently. Of course they will. But they will not be able to "shape"...

"[...] which is further proof that depending how you train the pecs...can determine the shape [...]"

Remember that this is not "proof" of anything. It's just an article without any references of...

Option #3: Heavy bench presses, overhead presses, rows, chins etc.

*Waiting for Steve to post his famous arm picture*