The Pro Mass Split

The Pro Mass Split is strictly for muscular hypertrophy and should be adjusted ONLY for lagging body parts, in attempt to create symmetry. The calculated rest times, off days, working weight percentages, and exercises (obviously) should be supplemented with a dietary routine which synergistically supports the goal of muscular hypertrophy. When taken to failure on ALL WORKING SETS, this routine is an all-inclusive mass-building split that gets professional recognition in all bodybuilding literature, hence the name. The weights listed are for my own personal use and progression and should be calibrated to accomodate your own ability.

Intensity is particularly important when training for size, however, going to "failure" does not mean injuring oneself. Know your limits before you test them - in other words, progression is key, ego is the enemy. Anyone can swing a 40 lb. dumbell up to their chest, but it takes true intensity to lift 30 lbs. properly after a full leg lift destroys your Creatine Phosphate stores - and the person lifting the 30 lb. weight will have far greater developement than the flailing moron with the 40 lb. ego.

Notes:
* A "working set" is defined as a set(s) that follows both warm-up and approach sets and uses weight that is typically no less than 80% 1RM.
* An "approach set" is a set using weight that is heavier than a warm-up set, does not fatigue your muscles before a working set, but neurologically prepares your muscles to lift to your full potential (failure).
* If failure is achieved on the final working set BEFORE the prescribed repetitions are completed, a drop-set may be used to fully stimulate the muscle.