bicep question

[niceguy405]

is it ok to pyramid in every exercise.like you go up in barbell curls then start over and go up again in dumbell curls,then go up again in concentration curls..etc.

[cutup]

Originally Posted by niceguy405

is it ok to pyramid in every exercise.like you go up in barbell curls then start over and go up again in dumbell curls,then go up again in concentration curls..etc.

I personally don't like the pyramid method. I used it when I was younger and got nothing from it.

FOR ME:

I like to go as heavy as possible, while keeping good form, and do my desired rep ranges. If I am working the 4 - 6 rep range, on my first set I put on a wieght heavy enough that allows me to perform in this range with proper form.

On my next set, I do the same thing. I do not like the idea of moving down in weight to perform a couple of extra sets.

However, what I do might not work for you. THe best thing to do is stick to a solid workout for 6 - 8 weeks. Make a journal and record everything imaginable about the workout and your progress. Take pictures of yourself at the beginning and at the end of the 6 - 8 week cycle. Try different programs, but allow a full cycle of each program before you dismiss it. After you do this for a while, and make a solid attempt at it you will discover how best your body responds.

Good Luck Bro!

[Kicker]

As Cutup said!!!!!

[desert]

Originally Posted by niceguy405

is it ok to pyramid in every exercise.like you go up in barbell curls then start over and go up again in dumbell curls,then go up again in concentration curls..etc.

Cutup gave you great advice. Biceps respond to heavy weight and lower reps. While you're young, stick to the basics, barbell curl, EZ bar curl and dumbell curls. This will get you big, round biceps that you can form later. Also, like many novices forget, make sure you work your forearms as well. Nothing looks more stupid than a guy with big guns and little forearms.

Peace

[freak]

take some time off from doing bicep curls,and do compound muscle exercises and watch a lil' beef grow on your arms, shoulders and chest.
dips, chin ups,clean and presses, upright rows, and dead lifts.
Eat more beef, drink more milk, and eat more pasta.
You have to grow some MASS first before you can see some results to write home about, when perfoming isolated muscle movements.