MusclistTraining guides
Short, practical answers to the questions every lifter runs into, with the numbers that matter and how to apply them. Ready-made programs.
How to choose a workout split
Full body, upper lower, push pull legs or a body-part split? Pick a workout split from the days you can really train, with a free plan for each one.
Progressive overload: what it is and how to track it
Progressive overload explained: the ways to do a little more each session, a double progression example, how fast to add weight, and what to do when you stall.
How many sets per muscle per week?
How many sets per muscle per week you need to build muscle: what counts as a hard set, how to count compound lifts, how to spread sets out, and when to add more.
How long to rest between sets
How long to rest between sets for muscle and strength: rest times for heavy lifts, other compounds and isolation exercises, and how to save time without losing progress.
How to log a workout
How to log a gym workout so it helps you progress: what to record for every set, how to keep your log comparable, and how to use last time’s numbers.