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Critique my plan... yay

Grunt_82 Posts: 71 Joined: 2004/03/22	2005/11/15, 05:37 PM Yeah I could really use more equipment. I have a bench but its at my parents house because I probably can't fit it in the apartment. I would go there but I'm not going to drive 45 minutes every day to get there. Should I be doing 3 sets instead of 2? Is my program even worth it lol? Anyone have any other modifications or revamps, or anything?
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2005/11/15, 06:43 PM I've read studies where 3 is optimum. What you're planning on doing isn't going to be the best in the world but it may be a good way to get you into it. Personally, I'd add a number of complex moves to every one of your workouts even if you have to take it down to a 3 day split. You have dumbells so if nothing else you can add more chest work. I'd still take a look at the FT programs. They aren't intensive for beginners but they're a little more organized than you are. :) -------------- Mike in Pensacola Now.
Grunt_82 Posts: 71 Joined: 2004/03/22	2005/11/15, 06:49 PM ============ Quoting from mikencharleston: They aren't intensive for beginners but they're a little more organized than you are. ============= LOL That is true. Touche mikencharleston.... touche.
Grunt_82 Posts: 71 Joined: 2004/03/22	2005/11/15, 12:32 PM Well you are correct. I have a hard time sticking with something. Do you have any suggestions?
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2005/11/15, 01:11 PM If you look around enough gyms you see a lot of people going through the motions and although they go year after year, and never get past the point where they were two months into training. Take a look at the programs FT offers and give it all you have for a couple of months. Sure you'll be a little sore but you'll be surprised if you give it an honest all out effort rather than "keep it kind of light". :) Your biggest problem is going to be lack of workout equipment since it doesn't take long to outgrow a limited supply. -------------- Mike in Pensacola Now.
Grunt_82 Posts: 71 Joined: 2004/03/22	2005/11/14, 06:36 PM This is the first attemp at making my own plan so I was wondering what you guys would think. I'm trying to keep it kinda light so I have the motivation to actually do it. I'm going for toning and fat loss more that anything. I have a little work out closet here at my apartment complex with a few dumbells and a bike/treadmill, so I don't have much to work with. - Day 1 - -BACK Standing Dumbell Shrug Standing Dumbell Row -BICEPS Standing Dumbell Curl Close Grip Barbell Curl -ABS Crunches/Side Crunches Leg Raises - Day 2 - -CHEST Push Ups Close/Wide Grip Push Up -TRICEPS Standing Dumbell Extension Dips -ABS Crunches/Side Crunches Leg Raises - Day 3 - -LEGS Dumbell Lunges Dumbell Squats -CALVES Standing Calf Raises -ABS Crunches/Side Crunches Leg Raises - Day 4 - -SHOULDERS Standing Dumbell Press Side Lateral Raises -FOREARMS Palms-Up Barbell Wrist Curl Palms-Down Barbell Wrist Curl -ABS Crunches/Side Crunches Leg Raises All of this is started with a light 5 minute warm-up on a bike and finish with 20 minutes of cardio. Also I was going to do 2 sets of 15 for everything. Anyone have any input on any changes I should make? Thank you.
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2005/11/15, 08:28 AM One of the biggers problems I've seen with people that make that "keep it kinda light so I have the motivation to actually do it" comments is that it doesn't take long for them to get bored and since they aren't seeing much (or any) results, they quit. What you're doing is obviously better than nothing and more than many people do but I'd recommend taxing yourself more and you'll find the results you see do more to keep you at it. -------------- Mike in Pensacola Now.