muscle repair

[rsnoble-im-back]

i think everyone's answers were correct.. but i believe the central nervous system is what takes long to recover not the muscle damage. if your taking 1.5-2.0 grams of protein per lb of body weight you could hit the same muscles every 48hrs for a few weeks before you need a deload week. but if you go to heavy the central nervous system wont recover and your you will notice your strength decreasing with each workout. you need to experiment and detemine your own bodies recovery for central nervous system and muscle growth.

I have discovered for myself if i do 5x5 for flat bench and i work up to a 5rm, i need a full week to recovery my central nervous system. but if i keep under 80% 1rm for 4x6 i can work the muscle every 2 days as long as my protein is 300grams a day.

Sounds good. For one not interested in a 6pack......you'd be surprised how strong lots of food--including Mcdonalds--will keep you.