Firstly, I would like to apologise because I’m sure a variation of this question has been asked countless times on this forum, but I am genuinely confused on how I should train.
To reach my current numbers, I have followed the nsuns LP, and while my lower body lifts are progressing well, it looks like my upper body lifts (specifically bench), are going to need some more intelligent programming.
What I want to achieve via my training:
Gain more muscle.
Get stronger on the compound lifts.
So pretty much your average “powerbuilding” goals.
In short, what program would best suit me and my goals? If anything needs clarifying, please don’t hesitate to ask. Thanks in advance!
Bodyweight gain is going to go a long way here. I don’t think more intelligence is needed in the programming at this point: just consistency and time.
We spoke before in your log, but I will echo that I dig the Tactical Barbell Mass Protocol book for gaining. The programming is simple and basic and effective.
Going the 5/3/1 route, some cycles of BBB would answer the mail. 5/3/1 for hardgainers would be another awesome choice if you have regular access to a sled.
A run of Dan John’s Mass Made Simple would also really help kickstart things.
Thanks for the advice and insight everyone, based on what has been said, I think I’ll run 5/3/1 BBB beefcake for a few cycles, and see how I respond to that.
Your problem probably isn’t the program - I truly suspect any program would do.
What you really need is food, patience, and as a third priority an appropriate amount of training volume for the upper body.
Your plan to run to 531 Beefcake for a few cycles is excellent. Simply eat well, sleep well and enjoy the process!
Thanks for the suggestion! Just looking at that now, its definitely something I’ll consider running - I’ve found I quite enjoy “beating the logbook” style training. Might be a nice switch-up down the line.
@FlatsFarmer agreed. It seemed I’d always move to the next lift and then it’d hit me..”dammit, I didn’t do my extreme stretch…now that set wasn’t maximized”.
