Wednesday, November 26, 2014

AST Sports Science Maximum Overload Training Principles - Sample Leg Day

  1. 4-6 reps per set. Increase weight if you exceed 6 reps.
  2. Train each body part once weekly.
  3. Use compound movement exercises.
  4. Low volume. 2 - 3 sets per exercise.
  5. Take 1 week off after every 8-10 weeks of training.
  6. Warm-up efficiently without inducing fatigue.
  7. Keep cardio short and intense (16-20 minutes in duration).
  8. If you perform cardio and weight training in the same session, do cardio after weights and not before.


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Sample Leg Day Workout
Calves:
Calf Raises off Leg Press (One foot at a time)
3 sets
6-8 reps (After warm-up)
Seated Calf Raises
2 sets
6-8 reps
Legs:
Squats
5 sets
4-6 reps (After warm-up)
Stiff Leg Deadlifts
2 sets
4-6 reps