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jmboiardi p John M Boiardi
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Herman Nation,

 

I know, I know.  You're probably wondering what the hell a long dead Egyptian Pharoah has to do with growing muscle?  Well the King Tut here is not King Tutankhamen but rather King Time Under Tension :-)  I wanted to post this because we have all discussed the values of TUT and most people use it.  Scott is a big proponent of TUT.  I want to post this because TUT is especially beneficial for older people like me who are in their late 40's and early 50's and beyond.  Why?  Well as we age, our joints aren't as flexible and resilient as they once were.  Weight training does help but if you have been lifting as long as I, they have taken a beating.  TUT is great because you don't need massive amounts of weight to stimulate growth - which happens to be safer and easier on older joints.

 

I just did my chest and bicep workout tonight and I know I will be sore tomorrow.  I only went up to 80 Lbs dumbells on my flat and incline presses and I only did 85Lbs on the Olympic bar for curls.  Can I do more? Of course but I really don't need to on a regular basis like when I was younger.  When TUT is done properly with slow reps and controlled negatives, you make any weight feel 10X heavier than what it is.  I also like using the often maligned and controversial Smith Machine for squats.  If done correctly and utilizing TUT to do slow, controlled, ATG squats, they really kill your quads.  For the younger or beginning bodybuilder, barbell squats should always be used and TUT can be applied.  I have already done years of barbell squats so now that I am older (and I train alone) I utilize Smith Machine squats more.

 

The message here is it doesn't matter whether you are young or old or male or female.  If you truly care about bodybuilding (and not power lifting and other training where the weight lifted DOES matter), TUT and slow reps are a great addition to any routine to build a solid physique.

 

John

34 years of lifting and nutritional experience and resident "old man" :-) MS Athlete and past Super Hermanite since 2013.
jaseau
jaseau g Jason Meakin
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Herman Nation,

 

I know, I know.  You're probably wondering what the hell a long dead Egyptian Pharoah has to do with growing muscle?  Well the King Tut here is not King Tutankhamen but rather King Time Under Tension :-)  I wanted to post this because we have all discussed the values of TUT and most people use it.  Scott is a big proponent of TUT.  I want to post this because TUT is especially beneficial for older people like me who are in their late 40's and early 50's and beyond.  Why?  Well as we age, our joints aren't as flexible and resilient as they once were.  Weight training does help but if you have been lifting as long as I, they have taken a beating.  TUT is great because you don't need massive amounts of weight to stimulate growth - which happens to be safer and easier on older joints.

 

I just did my chest and bicep workout tonight and I know I will be sore tomorrow.  I only went up to 80 Lbs dumbells on my flat and incline presses and I only did 85Lbs on the Olympic bar for curls.  Can I do more? Of course but I really don't need to on a regular basis like when I was younger.  When TUT is done properly with slow reps and controlled negatives, you make any weight feel 10X heavier than what it is.  I also like using the often maligned and controversial Smith Machine for squats.  If done correctly and utilizing TUT to do slow, controlled, ATG squats, they really kill your quads.  For the younger or beginning bodybuilder, barbell squats should always be used and TUT can be applied.  I have already done years of barbell squats so now that I am older (and I train alone) I utilize Smith Machine squats more.

 

The message here is it doesn't matter whether you are young or old or male or female.  If you truly care about bodybuilding (and not power lifting and other training where the weight lifted DOES matter), TUT and slow reps are a great addition to any routine to build a solid physique.

 

John

Hey John,

Another great post dude thanks!

 

So after reading this article a few days ago I have been watching alot of other guys in my gym working out and I noticed that almost all of them fail to be working out properly! Hardly any  King TUT!, lots of bad form and lots of "not full range of motion"  yet they all think they are "the bomb". Then there is me... the skinny guy, doing nice and slow reps.. yes lighter weight but also with full range of motion....  I know whos better off.  

 

Jaseau

 

jmboiardi
jmboiardi p John M Boiardi
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Thanks Jason.  I am glad you found it informative.  And good on you - while all those others are pumping their ego and risking injury, you will be building a solid physique :-)

 

John

34 years of lifting and nutritional experience and resident "old man" :-) MS Athlete and past Super Hermanite since 2013.
Scott_Herman
Scott_Herman a Scott Herman
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Posted By: jaseau

Hey John,

Another great post dude thanks!

 

So after reading this article a few days ago I have been watching alot of other guys in my gym working out and I noticed that almost all of them fail to be working out properly! Hardly any  King TUT!, lots of bad form and lots of "not full range of motion"  yet they all think they are "the bomb". Then there is me... the skinny guy, doing nice and slow reps.. yes lighter weight but also with full range of motion....  I know whos better off.  

 

Jaseau

 

It is funny the things you notice once you take a step back and really pay attention to form

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Scott_Herman a Scott Herman
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Herman Nation,

 

I know, I know.  You're probably wondering what the hell a long dead Egyptian Pharoah has to do with growing muscle?  Well the King Tut here is not King Tutankhamen but rather King Time Under Tension :-)  I wanted to post this because we have all discussed the values of TUT and most people use it.  Scott is a big proponent of TUT.  I want to post this because TUT is especially beneficial for older people like me who are in their late 40's and early 50's and beyond.  Why?  Well as we age, our joints aren't as flexible and resilient as they once were.  Weight training does help but if you have been lifting as long as I, they have taken a beating.  TUT is great because you don't need massive amounts of weight to stimulate growth - which happens to be safer and easier on older joints.

 

I just did my chest and bicep workout tonight and I know I will be sore tomorrow.  I only went up to 80 Lbs dumbells on my flat and incline presses and I only did 85Lbs on the Olympic bar for curls.  Can I do more? Of course but I really don't need to on a regular basis like when I was younger.  When TUT is done properly with slow reps and controlled negatives, you make any weight feel 10X heavier than what it is.  I also like using the often maligned and controversial Smith Machine for squats.  If done correctly and utilizing TUT to do slow, controlled, ATG squats, they really kill your quads.  For the younger or beginning bodybuilder, barbell squats should always be used and TUT can be applied.  I have already done years of barbell squats so now that I am older (and I train alone) I utilize Smith Machine squats more.

 

The message here is it doesn't matter whether you are young or old or male or female.  If you truly care about bodybuilding (and not power lifting and other training where the weight lifted DOES matter), TUT and slow reps are a great addition to any routine to build a solid physique.

 

John

Great post John!  King TUT is definitely a pain the... muscles. haha  I am all about proper form, full range of motion, and slow negatives.

 

On a side note, not sure if you are a Futurama fan, but this Pharaoh DEFINITELY helps with gains.

 

MUMMY JERKY!

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jaseau
jaseau g Jason Meakin
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 Oh for sure. love the slow burn! I did a 5sec negative on my last rep of my "maximum growth" chest workout last night. Must say... i feeling awesome today! :)  Its all about the last rep!!  HTH!

jmboiardi
jmboiardi p John M Boiardi
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Posted By: Scott_Herman

Great post John!  King TUT is definitely a pain the... muscles. haha  I am all about proper form, full range of motion, and slow negatives.

 

On a side note, not sure if you are a Futurama fan, but this Pharaoh DEFINITELY helps with gains.

 

MUMMY JERKY!

LOL.......I love Futurama.  I am a big Family Guy, American Dad, Simpsons, Futurama, and Cleveland Show fan :-)

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LOL.......I love Futurama.  I am a big Family Guy, American Dad, Simpsons, Futurama, and Cleveland Show fan :-)

haha awesome... all my favorite night time shows

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