I just read the book Body By Science. I'm trying to make sure I understand this book correctly, because it seems contradictory and ludicrously simple. Is this book bunk?
Should you not work out the same muscles more than once a week? It seems like no one does this.
Should my workout routine really be that ludicrously simple?
Here is a quick summary of the book:
Form
Move as slowly as possible without stuttering or pausing. Do not hold your breath (the valsalva maneuver).
Reps
Measure your progress in terms of 'Time Under Load' (T.U.L.), not how many reps you perform. 'Time Under Load' simply refers to how long (in seconds) you're able to do exercise repetitions with the weight you're using.[1] Work with a weight at 80% of your 1 Rep Max.
Sets
Each set should be no longer than 90 seconds, and… The last 30 seconds should be hell! Stay tense at the end of your set for 10 seconds when you can't move the bar anymore and are too fatigued to continue.
Sets, Number of Exercises, and Rests
Do 1 set of each exercise, with 5 different exercises. Rest for 30 seconds to a minute between sets.
Frequency
Since it takes 5 to 7 days to grow more muscle, most people should workout just once a week. No overtraining!
So, you'll only spend 12 - 15 minutes in the gym per week. If you spend more time than that working out, you're not working hard enough!
Really?
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