How long should I be lifting weights? - Exercise & Fitness Message Board

cs1992 · 05-07-2005, 01:38 PM

I have been working out three times a week for about 30-45 minutes. My goal is to gain about 10-15lbs of muscle. I am seeing some results, but would like to know if I should increase my "lifting" times to 1hr+.

How long does everyone here recommend a workout session shoud be?

Naxis · 05-07-2005, 03:38 PM

Are you doing a split or full body workout each time?

Guybrush · 05-07-2005, 06:28 PM

Post your workout routine and your diet, age, gender.

hsas1999 · 05-08-2005, 04:59 AM

Here is my routine:

Tues & Sat: Upper Body (Chest, Arms and Shoulders) 45-50 minutes
Mon & Thurs: Legs, Glutes about 30 minutes
I do cardio on the other days.

I focus a lot on dumbbells because I exercise at home.

I am consuming about 100 grams of protein a day.
I am 30 years old , 6'2" 185lbs. I lost about 20lbs before I began lifting and this really helped tighten my stomach.

I have been doing this routine and varying my exercises for about 1 month.
I have noticed some toning and definition and am now motivated to stick with it.

My main goal is to gain about 15lbs of muscle, particularly in my arms.

Husky McHusk · 05-08-2005, 08:49 AM

If you are trying to put on 10-15 pounds of muscle you will need to consume more protein. Preferably a gram for every pound you weight (185) Try drinking shakes.