AM I doing something wrong? How and when do I start getting muscle showing??? How much do I have to do??
2007-09-20 07:51:48 · 21 answers · asked by Your little helper 4 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
How long have you been doing it? Are you using enough weight?
If you can do 50 shoulder presses in 1 sitting, you aren't using enough weight. More weight and less reps will help to build muscle most noticeably, while lower weight and higher reps will build endurance (which doesn't make your muscles as big). Try adding a bit more weight until you can comfortably do 10-15 reps at the most, and do that 3 times a week... you should notice some difference within 1-3 months. Good luck!
2007-09-20 07:56:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
i presume your only doing these 2 exercises to have the classic "V" shape to your body. When you do the shoulder press start with your palms facing your shoulders and when you press them upwards twist your hands so your palms are facing outwards, this will give your shoulders better development all round. Try and do your last set of 3-4 reps with the heaviest weight possible with someone spotting you. You really need to rip them muscle fibres apart for them to grow bigger and stronger for the next time. ALWAYS leave a day inbetween each session, if you train everyday the result will end in your muscles being toned up rather than larger. P.S Don't listen to people who don't have a clue about bodybuilding
2007-09-20 08:13:21 · answer #2 · answered by Ste G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you JUST doing situps and dumbell presses? How often? Our body shape is based on multiple factors, and you're addressing only two of them, and barely that.
Body shape involves the size of your muscles, the overall level of fat, and the condition of your muscles. What you're doing is providing a mild cardiovascular workout and toning the few muscles involved in those specific exercises. If you want to shape your body properly, you need to learn about the multiple muscle groups, what their purposes, and what exercises work them out.
Build up a exercise routine that works out all of your muscles equally,or you'll look lopsided. Do some cardiovascular exercises to burn off excess fat and improve your energy levels. Don't compensate for your exercise by eating more food, that kind of ruins the effect. Examine your diet to eliminate excessive fatty foods, etc.
Your body is a complete system, not just a bunch of connected parts. You should look for resources on how the system works, and how your parts work together.
p.s., situps are bad for your back, do crunches instead.
2007-09-20 08:05:25 · answer #3 · answered by Mythological Beast 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That may not be enough. You should try doing them in like 4-5 sets of 20 or something like that. Maybe do them twice a day or eventually increase the number of sets. If you were to stop doing them, you'd be able to feel that the exercises are actually doing you some good. So, keep up the good work!
2007-09-20 08:00:12 · answer #4 · answered by Mortisha 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
can you do this with ease? 50 shoulder presses sounds like a lot......are you struggling by the time you finish? if not then you should add more because you're not going to see improvement if you dont challenge your body
Are you doing it daily? if you are then just do it every second day....and maybe something on the other days(pull ups would work the other end of that spectrum) and give your shoulders a chance to rest as thats when they grow....when at rest not when under pressure
How long have you been doing it.....if for only a week....then it takes longer
2007-09-20 07:58:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Quality versus Quantity. Focus on each movement rather then the number you want to accomplish. Up on 1, Hold on 2, and down on 3. This will help your abs, but it is best to work out your whole body. I work out with an instructor named Gilad, on FIT TV. He has two programs on several times a day. If you don't get that channel I highly recommend getting his shows on DVD.
2007-09-20 08:02:53 · answer #6 · answered by HH6 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your diet may not be helping you. You need to make sure you're consuming enough protein if you're trying to get bigger muscles. My boyfriend takes several supplements and eats all natural foods containing protein. He also eats a ton of veggies, "good" carbs such as those found in fruit, and a lot of milk. I'm almost positive you aren't working your abs hard enough though. Also, you may want to try mixing it up on your arm workouts.
2007-09-20 08:01:09 · answer #7 · answered by prestigieuxlavie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if u do 20 mins of weight training ie reps etc dat will build muscle for you lik the more u do the the more u will bulk up but be careful not to over do it like u can seriously injure urself with them
like i do an hour or more everyday of weights and at first it doesnt look like anything is happening but all of a sudden on day you will be very strong and have huge arms
2007-09-20 07:57:51 · answer #8 · answered by dennis747 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Are you just sick of the regular diet programs had been following the diet plan finish the further lbs are just coming and coming soon after finish the diet program? Are you experience the reality that as soon as your physique gets utilised to a diet regime then this diet regime gets much less efficient above time due to the fact your entire body adjusts to compensate?
2016-05-17 04:18:00 · answer #9 · answered by Derle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are building muscle:-
Heavy weights, low amount of reps. High energy, protein and calorific diet
If you want to lose weight and tone:-
Light weights, high amount of reps. Low fat, low carb diet, but high in nutrition.
Consult a nutritionist. See a personal trainer for a program.
2007-09-20 08:08:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋