Selecting the appropriate weight for your workouts is highly individualized. I cannot tell you which weight to use for each exercise because everyone's strength levels are different.
In all working sets, you should choose a weight that will be challenging for you, for example, you can do only 3 sets of 10 reps (as stated in the program), leaving one repetition in reserve for each set. However, for the final set of each exercise, you should go all-out and complete 10 reps with maximum effort.
If you don't choose the right weight, don't worry! Even if you perform 8 reps in the final set, giving it your all, or 12 reps and expending all your energy WITHOUT compromising your technique, it will still be great. The 3 sets of 10 reps are just an example or guideline that we follow, and slight variations won't make a difference if you work at 150% effort.
Remember, TECHNIQUE IS KEY. As soon as you don't follow, it becomes dangerous! Always control your technique.
When to increase the weight
To make progress, you need to "surprise" your muscles by periodically changing exercises and increasing the weight. While varying exercises is straightforward, you can base your weight choices on how easily you complete the designated number of reps. If you're already struggling to complete the last rep, it's too soon to add more weight. On the other hand, if you can still do a few more reps with the usual load, it's time to add a bit more weight.
It may take some time to determine the right weight for each exercise, but eventually, you'll know exactly which weight suits you best. It should be heavy enough to feel a significant load for the last 2-3 reps of each set. However, you should perform those last 2-3 reps without violating the technique. For example, if you plan to complete 12 reps, you should feel like you want to end the set after the eighth repetition.
Remember, what matters most is not the weight your friend uses for an exercise or the weight I use. If you're a beginner, don't rush to increase weight, or you'll risk injury. If you've been working out for a while but can't achieve the desired results, go ahead and add more weight. You can only determine the correct weight for each exercise through trial and error. Be prepared; it may not happen right away. But eventually, you'll progress and achieve the desired results.
ABS and core workout
ABS and core workout we do once a week!
ABS AND BACK MUSCLES ARE YOUR CORSET, INJURY PROTECTION AND YOUR STRENGTH!
Training:
1. Leg raise on the bars 3x20
2. Russian twist with extra weight 3x20
3. Hyperextension with extra weight 3x10
4. Scissors for abs 3x40sec
5. Plank (maximum, as long as you can) max
Leg raise on the bars, russian twist with extra weight, hyperextension with extra weight.mp4
5.7 MB
Scissors for ABS, plank.mp4
6.3 MB
Rest between sets in the basic exercise (squat/bench press/deadlift) 4 min
Between other sets 2 min Between exercises 3 min
WEEK 1
Training:
MONDAY (LEGS)
Barbell squats 3x12
Leg press 2x15
Deadlift with dumbbells (pause for 1 sec at the bottom) 3x8
Single-leg squats (with or without support) 3x10
Jumping jacks to maximum height (jump as high as possible) 4x10
WEDNESDAY (CHEST, BICEPS, SHOULDERS)
1. Bench press with 2 sec pause at the bottom 3X10
2. Dips (with or without additional weight) 3X10
3. Incline dumbbell press (45°) 3X8
4. Prayer bench press 3X15
5. Hammer curls 3X8
6. Dumbbell curls with supination on incline bench (45°) 3X10
7. Standing arm swings 2X20
FRIDAY (BACK, TRICEPS)
1. Deadlift (sumo or conventional, whichever is more comfortable) 3x10
2. Bent-over barbell row 2x10
3. Wide-grip lat pulldown 3x10
4. Dumbbell rows on bench 3x12
5. Dumbbell shrugs 3x12
6. Triceps extensions with cable machine 3x12
MONDAY_barbell squats, leg press, deadlift .mp4
6.4 MB
MONDAY_single-leg squats, jumping jacks to max height.mp4
10.1 MB
WEDNESDAY_bench press with 2 sec pause at the bottom, dips, incline dumbbell press.mp4
5.1 MB
WEDNESDAY_prayer bench press, hammer curls, dumbbell curls with supination on incline bench.mp4
5.7 MB
WEDNESDAY_standing arm swings.mp4
1.7 MB
FRIDAY_deadlift, bent-over barbell row, wide-grip lat pulldown.mp4
5.7 MB
FRIDAY_dumbbell rows on bench, dumbbell shrungs, triceps extensions with cable machine.mp4
4.2 MB
WEEK 2
Training:
MONDAY (LEGS, SHOULDERS)
1. Barbell squats 2X8
2. Barbell squats with pause at the bottom 2X7
3. Leg press with wide and high stance 4X12
4. Walking lunges with dumbbells for each leg 3X10
5. Seated dumbbell lateral raises 3X15
6. Standing barbell shoulder press 3X8
WEDNESDAY (CHEST, TRICEPS):
1. Incline bench press (30°) 3X10
2. Dumbbell bench press 3X10
3. Cable crossovers 3X12
4. Close-grip bench press 3X8
5. Seated dumbbell raises for triceps 3X10
6. Max push-ups 1 set
FRIDAY (BACK, BICEPS):
1. Box deadlift (3-5 cm height) 3x8
2. Deadlift 2x3
3. Pull-ups (or lat pulldown) 3x10
4. Dumbbell rows in bent-over position 3x10
5. Seated dumbbell shrugs 3x10
6. Straight barbell curls 3x12
7. Reverse grip barbell curls. 2x15
MONDAY_barbell squats, barbellsquats with pause at the botton, leg press with wide and high stance.mp4