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It seems that modern society in recent years has placed added emphasis on obtaining the ‘perfect body’. We are constantly bombarded with images of beautiful bodies, and this has prompted many to lay off the fast food and hit the gym. Many men nowadays feel an added pressure to bulk up, get that perfect six pack and increase the size of their biceps and triceps. One surefire way of doing this is to hit the free weight section. Here are some steps you can take to see noticeable results:

Step 1. Start on the lower weights. Many people go straight to the dumb- bells that they struggle to lift, whilst this may suitable later on in your training regime. You should first get the form right, and then move onto the heavier weights.

Step 2. At first you want to build up muscle endurance so go for lots of reps and sets but with lighter weights. Then after you’ve been doing this for a couple of weeks you can move onto the heavier weights with shorter rep counts in your sets. Generally I’ll do about 6 or 8 reps on a really heavy weight so that on the last one I’m really struggling to lift the weight.

Step 3. It always helps having a training partner that can lift the weight off you if it gets too much and you can help and motivate each other when lifting free weights.

Step 4. Remember to take short 1 or 2 minute breaks in between sets.

Step 5. After your workout eat lots of protein. Or drink a protein shake. This will help you bulk up. Also you’re not going to bulk up without eating lots during the day. Often people will fail to realize the importance of eating every 3 hours. If you truly want to get bigger, cut down on the carbs and focus on a mainly protein diet. You’ll also have to wake up during the night to eat, as that’s when your body is really crying out for food.

When starting out with free weight equipment, it’s vitally important you get the form right and from there build up the weights. You’ll find your tolerance for heavier weights slowly improves.

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