[Albert]

Thanks Matt, appreciate it!

Will give this a go, and hopefully my arms will match my other body parts in near future! 🙂

[Albert]

Hi Matt! Really do enjoy this Question section! Can learn a lot from just reading here, much appreciated!

So I have been struggling with growing my arms following a PPL splitt, with the same training principles as you/Jordan Peters follow and Preach/advocate. My strength has increased a lot and all other muscle groups has grown significantly, except my arms, which are lagging… I recently made a few changes to my execution for arms, higher reps for both triceps and biceps work and has indeed made a change for the better. I leave the heavier rep ranges/weights for the bigger muscle groups and get the carry over from there. (Incline,Bench, dips, BB rows, etc..)

But I still find myself exhausted when it is time to hit arms, after all the heavy lifting with forced reps and rest paused sets. I kinda feel like I  cannot give them what really is necessary for maximal growth. So I was wondering instead of hitting (Chest with shoulders, triceps) and (Back with rear delts, biceps). I would instead do shoulders with chest and rear with back, and add a separate day for my arms, due to arms being my lagging body part.

Following a 2 on, 1 off splitt or, 3on, 1off, 2on, 1 off, repeat.

Example off 2on, 1off

Legs

Chest (shoulders)

rest

back(rear, traps)

arms (1 rest paused set for forearms)

rest

repeat

What are your thoughts on this approach for bringing up my arms? (Will also select exercises that have a good crossover)

Sorry for this long question. But I  do value your opinion a lot, so your answer will pretty much determine what I do, hehe.

Thanks! 🙂

 

 

[Albert]

Hi Matt! Have a question regarding fasted cardio

So recently listened to a podcast with Darryn Willoughbly about fasted cardio and the findings of the study they had done on fasted cardio vs later in day. Accordingly to the study, fasted cardio was good for fat loss as expected. But also with the risk of loosing muscle mass due to the body breaking down muscle to be used as a fuel source in a fasted state (this was in natural athletes if I am not mistaking). He suggested you doing cardio in a post fed state or if you were to do it first thing in the morning at least get som Amino acids/protein in you. Would this really apply to enhanced athletes whom has increased muscle sparing effects, higher rate of protein synthesis, less muscle breakdown etc.. ?

Thanks 🙂

[Albert]

Hi matt, if you don’t mind me asking. So looking back at yours and Nathans training session I see that there are different exercise selection on 2 different occasions. This was 2 weeks ago it seems. Question being: How many rotations do you implement in your training plans, I suppose it differs from person to person. But through experience how many rotations do you usually do for the different body parts. Currently been doing 3 rotations which I found might be a little to much. Just curious how you do your rotations for each body part (if you do)

[Albert]

Thanks for the reply Matt!

I have the same concern and issues following a PPL splitt, which I am at the moment. But hesitant about it and was considering going back to more of a ”bro splitt” , just wanted to hear your opinion on the matter before deciding, thanks! 🙂

[Albert]

Hey Matt! Great of you sharing all this and giving some insights to your and some of your clients progression!

If you don’t mind me asking, I’ve noticed you and most of your clients are doing 1-2 body parts training day. More like hitting a body part 1x week. What is your thoughts on PPL splits for upcoming aspiring bodybuilders who does not have the same mass as you?

 

thanks! Always a joy reading in here

[Albert]

Hey matt!

Nice updates recently, looks like you and your athletes are doing very well! Looking forward to some training vids with Charles and Nathan. Question: Do you implement any magnesium supplementation for training purposes with yourself and your clients?

Thanks 🙂

[Albert]

Nathan looking fkin insane! Great job guys, hard work pays off

[Albert]

Just listened to your interview with Scott McNally. Enjoyed every bit off it was a very good one champ!

[Albert]

Thanks for the reply Matt, much appreciated! Just joined the site will be interesting to follow along 🙂

[Albert]

Hi Matt!

Question regarding diet drinks. Is that something you and your athletes implement to reduce cravings and hunger? And if so what would you say is to much. Maybe hard to answer with everyone having different tolerance to it, but if your gut can handle 1 litre a day is that acceptable?

[Albert]

Hi Matt! This is awesome very interesting to follow along all of the topics! Just out of curiosity what is the reasoning for 10g of glutamin prior to meal 1 with your athletes? Always looking to improve, thanks! 🙂

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