Pumpatron

Before you look over the routines I'll just tell you about my goals. I basically want to add as much size as I can whilst keeping strength gains consistent aswell. This is why I am doing 3x6 for compounds and 3x10 for isolations.

Anyway, here are the 2 routines and I just want to know which you think is better overall.


3 Day Split:

This routine includes every exercise and the amount of volume as the 4 day split but the only difference is that I have left abs out. The reason for this is that I can do them at home instead in order to make room to create this 3 day split. With this routine I'll have a rest day after EVERY training session whereas the 4 day split only gives a rest day every 2 training sessions.


4 Day Split:

The only difference in this routine to the 3 day split is that there is less volume each day as it is spread out among 4 days instead of 3 plus I've included abs so that I can do them at the gym. I'll also have less rest days using this routine.


One of the things I'm concerned about is the fact that I'm putting Chest with Legs as I've never done this before. Legs have always been on their own or with forearms. There is probably no problem at all with this but looking at it it just doesn't seem right as I've never seen them paired like this before.

Thanks anyway, I appreciate everyone's help!


HK

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powerman2000

I would personally do the 4 day split.

They both look good to me, so it's really what you think will work best for you and your circumstances.

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Ikaika

Agreed. I also prefer a 4-day split over a 3-day. The workouts are shorter and you can stay more focused and intense. Those 2-hour marathons are a bit much.

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DJSTARER

bump.

it really all depends though

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