How to Build Massive Pecs

Building massive pecs normally takes quite a bit of time. That's why I've put together some weight training tips that will help to speed up the process. Besides all the basic stuff related to gaining muscle mass like regular weight training, eating many times per day, and resting adequate amounts... there are some other tricks to getting a bigger chest.

I first off would like to remind you of the importance of taking your time throughout a chest workout. So many people rush through any type of task and then wonder why it was not done right. Focus is the key to perfection. So, right off the bat make sure you dedicate one full hour to your chest workout. Use good form, perform repetitions slowly, and give yourself enough rest time in between sets. This alone may be enough for someone to go from being pigeon-chested to having massive pecs.

Another vitally important tip for developing the overall musculature of the pectorals is fully contracting the muscles while working out. To get the maximum pump out of every set, flex the muscles at the point of contraction. Also, at the other end of the movement, make sure you get a decent stretch. And don't make the same mistake that most trainees do when working their pecs, which is avoid the sticking point. The 'sticking point' is the most difficult part of the movement. It's that spot when the weight you're pushing most challenges you're muscles. People tend to avoid this spot either by literally avoiding it (meaning they don't bring the weight into this area of movement) or by flying passed it. As I've already mentioned, don't perform repetitions quickly (regardless of the direction that the weight is moving in). The eccentric and concentric parts of the exercise should be experienced completely and slowly.

Some people who find their chest to be a weak point, will train that particular muscle group twice per week with hopes that blasting it will bring them greater results. Especially for hard-gainers this is absolutely the wrong path to take. Completing two full workouts for the pecs each week will most likely lead a beginner to burning his/her muscles out. The outcome will be a reduction in the size of the chest muscles, and possibly injury to the muscles as well. What I would suggest instead is something that has worked for me in the past. Do a full chest workout once per week (meaning complete about 3-5 pecs exercises) and... here's the trick... Perform 3 sets of flat barbell bench press (or regular push-ups) just before training your other muscle group(s) on every other training day. This extra training is equivalent to a small chest workout, but because it is divided over a period of a few days, your body is able to recuperate faster. Also, you'll reap the benefits from the mini-pumps... and easily develop massive pecs.

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