New Article: The Nuts and Bolts of Program Design

Just a heads up, I have a new article at Bodybuilding.com: Sets and Reps: The Nuts and Bolts of Program Design. Check it out when you get a chance.


"Hey James,

"I am a 30 year old ectomorph trying to gain weight (muscle). Your new book (good read) contains the article on lifting for ectomorphs. I have tried every workout under the sun and have gained some muscle but not a ton. I have been lifting for about 10 years and would say I am definitely an intermediate if not advanced weight lifter. If doing the ‘lifting for ectomorphs’ routine first, when is the right time to go to the main workout in your book (T-Boost, etc)? When is the right time to say the ectomorph routine is not working? Thanks for your time."

-JS

My Answer: The right time to transition from the 10-8-6-15 program to the SPV2 program is when you are no longer making any gains in size and strength. Be warned: switching from the 10-8-6-15 program to the SPV2 program is like switching from a tricycle to a Ninja motorcycle: you better hang on, because you're in for one hell of a ride. Most people don't push themselves in training. The SPV2 program will push you to your limits.