Weightlifting Bodybuilding – Baby Steps

If you are just getting started in bodybuilding, you may be tempted to start with heavy weights in your training sessions. You may have heard that using heavy weights will lead to quicker results – ripped muscles in less time.

This is correct to a degree – i.e. working out with heavier weights will produce bigger muscles in a shorter period – however, the downside is – you may end up in hospital due to muscle injuries and tears.

Random studies has shown that majority of those who experienced weight training related injuries started off with heavy weights instead of slowly increasing and adjusting the weights as they progress. As a result, many unfortunate beginning bodybuilders have found themselves taking unplanned vacations from their workout sessions due to severe muscle injuries.

The fact is, muscle mass increase is maximized with CONSTANT weight training over an extended period. As you progress in your training, you can slowly increase the weights as your body and muscles adjust to the your bodybuilding workout regime.
There is a saying that goes – “Too much, too soon”. It is the same with bodybuilding. Start slow, start small, and most importantly, you must be consistent. In time, you too will have those huge biceps and muscle mass.