58 FLEX | JUNE – JULY 2017
EXERCISE SETS REPS TEMPO REST
Quads
Leg
extension
2 7–9 2/0/2/1 2–3
min
Barbell
squat
310–122/0/23min
Single-leg
press
213–15
(per leg)
2/0/2 3 min
Single-leg
extension
216–20
(per leg)
2/0/1/1 2–3
min
Hamstrings
Lying leg
curl
2 7–9 2/0/2/1 2 min
Seated leg
curl
2 10–12 2/0/2/1 2 min
Straight-leg
barbell good
morning
213–152/0/12–3
min
Adduction
machine
216–202/0/1/12min
Calves
Machine or
Smith
standing
calf raise
21x7–9,
1x
10–12
2/1/1 2 min
Seated calf
raise
21x
13–15,
1x
16–20
2/0/1/1 2 min
SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS
Personally, I do not favour pre-workout products
that amp me up and overstimulate me, especially when
I am also utilising a fat burner. I prefer pre-workout
products that contain ingredients that increase blood
flow to the working muscles and provide a maximised
pump. When blood flow is enhanced, there will be
a greater delivery of nutrients, hormones and
oxygen directed towards the target muscles.
Some effective ingredients to look for when the goal
is to maximise the “pump” are citrulline malate, beetroot
extract, agmatine sulfate, red wine extract and glycerol.
When it comes to fat burners, you must first make sure
that your heart is healthy and that you can tolerate the
stimulants often associated with these products. The goal
is increased metabolism, fat burning, energy and focus,
without side effects such as jitters, racing heart, anxiety
or overheating. Research these supplements carefully
and never use more than the label directs. If negative side
effects occur and persist, please stop using that particular
product. You cannot get onstage from a hospital bed!
TUESDAY
WEEKS 8, 7, 6, AND 5
EVERY EXERCISE DONE IN
THE GYM TRANSLATES TO THE
APPEARANCE OF YOUR PHYSIQUE
ONSTAGE, PARTICULARLY IN THE
MANDATORY POSES.
PAVEL YTHJALL; PER BERNAL
WEEKS 8, 7, 6, AND 5