Training over 40

[Flexxx40]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

 

[dylangemelli]

i have no clue why you would think you couldnt build muscle at only 43... of course you can

 

[RealQuadzilla40]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

You can build mass and definition after 40 for sure, I'm 40+ now and I'm growing.

Now the training style, you should combine the 2. Do 8-10 reps and concentrate squeeze hard, then followed by a 20+ rep set where you get really high pumps.

 

[Flexxx40]

You can build mass and definition after 40 for sure, I'm 40+ now and I'm growing.

Now the training style, you should combine the 2. Do 8-10 reps and concentrate squeeze hard, then followed by a 20+ rep set where you get really high pumps.

Ok awesome so like with the 8-10 rep sets would you use weight u can really handle for like 3-4 sets?

 

[SteveSmi]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

i would look into going on a split routine, seems like you are bored with your workouts

 

[JasonPriest]

yeah i agree with steve, do a split routine and vary up your rep ranges

 

[BodyMonster34]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

bro i over 40 and still climb 150ft pole on tanker 4:30am every morning naked just to hang american flag and salute. then i do 100 situps and pullups overlooking ocean middle of gulf

 

[Mobster]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

In a word - some. But what you had when you started - no

 

[Vadim Fedorov]

You most definitely can bulk up, just eat and train correct

 

[Big Henry]

Do it and find out.

 

[Masonic Bodybuilder]

Absolutely you can build mass in your 40s!

 

[Tiger Salman Khan]

Try changing your workout environment with some good music....

 

[RoySimpson]

Keep working hard you will see the results at any age!!

 

[ballin2504]

You can definitely put on muscle at you age and with lighter weights. It’s all about tearing the muscle down and letting it recover.

 

[RickV]

Hey Guys so I am 43 and definitely can’t lift as heavy as I used to, So my question is if was to focus on lifting weights I can handle for 8-10 reps and really concentrate on contacting the muscle and going for the pump, Do you guys feel I could still build mass and definition? My nutrition plan and cycle are also on point.

slow down the motion on your reps and get a full squeeze and do not put too much weight on the bar. Just slow down the movements but don't load the bar with more weight!