From 155 to 187 Pounds: a 1.5 Year Bulking Journey
Read about one user's journey from 155 to 187 pounds and their exercise routine for a bigger and stronger physique.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
A Reddit user, JackofAllSuedes, documents his 1.5-year journey from 155 to 187 pounds in a recent post. According to the user, the journey involved a combination of healthy eating habits and exercise. In this article, we'll dive into the user's journey and exercise routine.
Exercise Routine
JackofAllSuede's exercise routine involves a variety of exercises designed to target different body parts. For his chest, he does bench presses and dumbbell flies; for triceps, reverse-grip pulldowns and skullcrushers; for shoulders, military presses and side lateral raises; for back, lat pulldowns and seated cable rows; for biceps, supinated curls and EZ bar curls; and for legs, squats, leg press, and quad extensions. The user advises focusing on form and contraction to achieve maximum results, and avoiding exercises that may cause injury or strain.
Tips for Shoulders
According to one user in the comments section, adding 2-3 high rep, low weight shoulder workouts can help build shoulder volume. These exercises include cable or dumbbell lateral raises (15-20 repetitions) and upright rows. The user suggests focusing on contraction and advises that low weight, high reps are helpful in building size.
Lift Numbers
Although the user did not give specific max lifts, he mentioned that he does a 5x5 on bench press for around 175 pounds and squats for around 185 pounds. He avoids deadlifts due to the risk of injury. The user notes that he focuses more on form and contraction than on lift numbers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, JackofAllSuedes's weight gain journey involved disciplined eating habits and regular exercise. His exercise routine targeted different body parts, with a focus on form and contraction. For those looking to start their own journey, these tips and exercises can serve as a guide for building a healthily and stronger physique.
Madeleine Smith
Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com
Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.
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