[quote]handthatfeeds wrote:
For standing Calf raises , does that involve putting a barbell on my traps.[/quote]
You could do it that way, preferably in a squat rack with the safety pins high. Machines actually work well for calf raises. Depending on the weight, you could do it holding dumbbells. Doing them one leg at a time might work better but you would have to hold on to something for balance.
Rest periods should be 90-120 seconds. If your gym doesnt have a standing calf machine or an upright hack squat, you could do them in a smith machine or power rack.
If your not into competition then dont need to focus on details use the modified powerlifters. Tips in designing your program:
train 3 x week
rotate your exercises every 2 weeks
train your chest, triceps and shoulder together while back legs and biceps in another day.
core exercises focus on low reps, high sets and heavy while assistance do only 2 to 3 sets 10 to 15 reps
limit your workout to an hour max
eat 6 meals a day and get atleast 5 eggs after workout.
6 limit exercises to 5 to 6 per workout ( 3 2 1)
bench press different angles and grip, chin different hand position, bent rows different hand position
core exercises rotate every week example chest ( flat, incline or decline barbell press)legs ( squat, standing good morning, or leg press) back ( deadlift, bent row or chin)
shoulder arms forearm are use as assitance
example of program:
day 1 chest shoulder riceps
flat bench press 5 sets ( use 3 sets 6 reps)
incline flyes 3 set
dips 2 set with weight
side lateral 3 sets
shouler press 3 sets
triceps extension 3 sets
day 2 legs back biceps
squat 5 sets of 8 to 10 reps
leg extension 3 set of 15 reps
leg curls 3 x 15
chin
bent row
barbel curls