Posted by Dan on April 01st 2007 to
Training
A few weeks ago we left a post about using the big 3 lifts in your workout. Today we want to talk about building a base strength and mass level before moving on the more advanced exercises and workouts.
Its very important that you build a solid foundation before you start to look like the guys and girls in the magazines. This could be considered the first stage of your development. In his book The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding
, Arnold talks about how the basic level of development should take a couple of years. Of course we all would like to see great results a lot sooner than this, but sometimes that just isn’t reasonable. So be realistic with yourself and take the necessary time to really develop a good base, a good foundation to what you’re trying to accomplish.
As part of your foundation training make sure that you are using plenty of compound movements, like with the big 3. For more information or to get a good specific workout, check out Arnold’s book.
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I would just like to know, how uch should i weigh with a good toned body, i am a guy about 5′ 11
what do you mean when your are talking about base.
Hey Joey,
When we talk about building a base we are talking about building just some good overall muscle mass before you start trying to define specific, smaller muscle groups. In other words if you are just getting started in building your body, focus on the big lifts before you focus on isolation exercises.
As for how much you should weigh for a toned body, that’s hard to say. When you’re talking about looking ‘toned’ you’re mainly talking about overall body fat percentage. If you’re trying to look ripped, you need to be at least under 10% body fat. But this will vary a little bit per person. Keep working and you’ll know when you’ve reached that point for yourself!
It will also help you to prevent injuries.