Layne Norton

[str8flexed]

Layne,

When you are precontest, do you train to failure? If so, on every set?

Thanks!

yes I do... no not on every set

[SONOFMIKEMENTZER]

layne, what i was saying earlier about deadlifts was what is the best way to continually increase poundages and get them high for deads like u did.

I am currently doing 230 pounds with controlled slow form, i would love one day to deadlift 300 pounds and more but worry about injury.

[fast-twitch]

Layne,

not sure if asked but what are your thoughts on training logs , do you use one , or just go by feel and instinct

[certifiedStrenght]

I would be careful... you will already be carbing up for the show and then indulging afterwards will be even more carbs and let's be real... once you decide to indulge, it is tough to stop yourself. If you want to go out afterwards and have like some chicken or steak with a potato/rice & a salad then I think that's fine. But if you go off & eat pizza & cookies, you will be in bad shape to try and be ready for your 2nd show.

-Layne

thanks layne thats what i was thinking a nice steak that i didnt have to measure out and a little sushi

[str8flexed]

Layne,

what are your plans for competition in the future? Are you doing any guest posings? do you do seminars?

Not competing until 2009 most likely. Probably no guest posings... not at least until I start prepping. I've had a few offers but I want to come in really really good shape... if you come in not great shape you run the risk of never getting hired again. I will be doing some seminars. Have one tentatively planned for early 2008 in michigan.

-Layne

[str8flexed]

layne, what i was saying earlier about deadlifts was what is the best way to continually increase poundages and get them high for deads like u did.

I am currently doing 230 pounds with controlled slow form, i would love one day to deadlift 300 pounds and more but worry about injury.

I think wave training is the way to go. For example if you are currently doing 230 you would do this

week 1: 135
week 2: 170
week 3: 200
week 4: 225
week 5: 240
week 6: 245

then repeat the cycle this time you would do something like
week 1: 145
week 2: 180
week 3: 210
week 4: 235
week 5: 250
week 6: 255

etc etc etc

This has always worked for me and kept me maintaining consistant progress

[SONOFMIKEMENTZER]

I think wave training is the way to go. For example if you are currently doing 230 you would do this

week 1: 135
week 2: 170
week 3: 200
week 4: 225
week 5: 240
week 6: 245

then repeat the cycle this time you would do something like
week 1: 145
week 2: 180
week 3: 210
week 4: 235
week 5: 250
week 6: 255

etc etc etc

This has always worked for me and kept me maintaining consistant progress

"FANTASTIC!"

thanks again for all ur help, its greatly appreciated

[Heffalum]

Not competing until 2009 most likely. Probably no guest posings... not at least until I start prepping. I've had a few offers but I want to come in really really good shape... if you come in not great shape you run the risk of never getting hired again. I will be doing some seminars. Have one tentatively planned for early 2008 in michigan.

-Layne

Keep us informed, I live in Michigan. It would be great to go to your seminar.

[miche]

hey layne,

been trying your rotating bulk, cut model. my question is how much does your weight fluctuate during the cut phase?

the scale doesnt look like its moved during the first week but i think i do see some signs of increased vascularity. i am happy enough with the strength, just not sure if i expected too much out of the cut phase.

[philborg]

I think wave training is the way to go. For example if you are currently doing 230 you would do this

week 1: 135
week 2: 170
week 3: 200
week 4: 225
week 5: 240
week 6: 245

then repeat the cycle this time you would do something like
week 1: 145
week 2: 180
week 3: 210
week 4: 235
week 5: 250
week 6: 255

etc etc etc

This has always worked for me and kept me maintaining consistant progress

I don't understand, are you saying you should be able to increase your deadlift poundage by 110 pounds in 6 weeks?

[fast-twitch]

Layne,

not sure if asked but what are your thoughts on training logs , do you feel they are a must and should be used regulary, do you use one , or just go by feel and instinct and feel that training logs should be used for beginners and people with bad memory? just curious why people praise them so much , i mean is a workout a year ago going to effect the workout you do today? as far as sets/reps / exercises

[str8flexed]

I don't understand, are you saying you should be able to increase your deadlift poundage by 110 pounds in 6 weeks?

please read all the posts... he said he was at 230 right now. so in wave training you back off and build up to your max and then over it over 5-6 weeks then back off & do it again.

I'm not trying to be a jerk but it's tough enough for me to answer all the quesitons I get via PM & email... I don't mind doing it, but it's nice if people also read all the posts as well

thanks

[str8flexed]

Layne,

not sure if asked but what are your thoughts on training logs , do you feel they are a must and should be used regulary, do you use one , or just go by feel and instinct and feel that training logs should be used for beginners and people with bad memory? just curious why people praise them so much , i mean is a workout a year ago going to effect the workout you do today? as far as sets/reps / exercises

I don't think they are a must. I think they can help motivate you some by having your goals on paper; but I can remember most of my maxs for certain rep ranges on various lifts

[str8flexed]

hey layne,

been trying your rotating bulk, cut model. my question is how much does your weight fluctuate during the cut phase?

the scale doesnt look like its moved during the first week but i think i do see some signs of increased vascularity. i am happy enough with the strength, just not sure if i expected too much out of the cut phase.

what was your pro/carb fat intake during the bulk and what is it during the cut?

[SONOFMIKEMENTZER]

Thanks for the help layne