How long can the 5x5 program be used ?

[SirDingo]

I have just started the 5x5routine 5 weeks ago, well I was doing a 4x6 program using the same idea when pressed for time......But I was wondering how long can the 5x5 routine be used to gain muscle mass ?

I am 5'10" 170lbs and just looking to get a littler bigger, and more muscle tone, to be similar to a Brandon Lee type body, I have already gained about 5lb since I started the program mid March and also started the Protein shakes as well after each workout, as well as just eating more. I eat pretty healthy to begin with, mainly organic food only

One part that is taking slower than I want is my arms/biceps, the triceps look ok, but the arms are taking longer to get that bulked up filled out look. I mainly do the dumbbells, and also barbells, for the arms, plus the other exercises like flat bench, incline bench, military press, and dipps.

Thank's

 

[SirDingo]

One more question, doing this 5x5 I will not be ripped, or will I show some definition ? This is just to get me bigger ? I suppose the sets of dips I do will take care of toning me in certain areas ?

 

[beerdrinker]

Seriously, nobody cares that you want to look like Brandon Lee

 

[SirDingo]

Seriously, nobody cares that you want to look like Brandon Lee

Ok I am sorry to give a point of reference If you don't have anything good to add to my topic, then please don't even waste your time typing a response like that.

Another question, about the Military press, is it better to go behind or in front of the neck when lowering the barbell ?

 

[s8nlilhlpr]

you've been on a program for 5 weeks. A lot of people posted info in your last thread, and you basically said "thanks for wasting your time, but I'm gonna listen to this swole guy 'cause he looks like such and such". You weigh 170lbs...you aren't going to have massive guns unless your body is shaped that way. It takes most people A LOT of time to bulk up smaller muscle's such as calves, bi's, tri's, etc.

I would stick to military pressing in front of your neck. It is easier to injure yourself btn.

 

[Kabeetz]

Way to go replacing the 5x5 with a 4x6 when pressed for time. I hope those three minutes a workout came in handy.

 

[SirDingo]

Way to go replacing the 5x5 with a 4x6 when pressed for time. I hope those three minutes a workout came in handy.

Three minutes ? No way doing that 4x6routine was taking at least 40minutes, and doing the 5x5program is closer to an hour or working out.

 

[SirDingo]

you've been on a program for 5 weeks. You weigh 170lbs...you aren't going to have massive guns unless your body is shaped that way. It takes most people A LOT of time to bulk up smaller muscle's such as calves, bi's, tri's, etc.

I would stick to military pressing in front of your neck. It is easier to injure yourself btn.

Thank's for the advice, I guess it just doesn't happen over night for some muscles on certain body types. But I will admit my chest and shoulders are gaining improvement

So just keep plugging away at the 5x5 and also keep eating more plus the protein shakes, and I will see results over time ? Just am impatient at times, would like to see my arms bigger

 

[Klown]

just eat more, gain 10-15lbs and the arms will follow. chuck in a lil assistance work at the end of the week. there, whammo, problem solved.

 

[ZGzaZ]

Not to slam you, but if youre getting impatient after only a few months, then this probably isnt for you. Building muscle takes time, and for noticeable changes in your body it will be months at a time, depending on the amount of weight you are gaining.

Take pictures right now, 5-6 months from now take new ones and compare. You'll notice some changes, but don't expect to see too much every 2 weeks or so..