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    forming an upper/lower split

    Recently got done going to the physical therapist for my knee and im planning on going to the gym again next week. I figured an upper/lower split 2x week would be best since I can control how much weight I increase more easily then a linear program. This would be my 1st time doing an upper/lower split so I dont really know how much volume is good per workout. Down below is just a rough outline of a routine and I'm looking for any advice anyone can give for an upper/lower split.

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    Flat bench- 2x6-8
    db incline press- 2x8-12
    bb row- 2x6-8
    pull up- 2x8-12
    db shoulder press- 2x6-8
    behind back shrugs- 2x8-12

    lower-
    squat- 3x6-8
    leg press- 3x8-12
    sldl- 3x6-8
    calf raise- 3x8-12
    abs 2 sets
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    I like to do upper / lower +arms

    bench press or db press
    db flies
    ohp or seated db shoulder press
    bb row
    reverse lat pulldown
    db shrugs
    side lateral raises supersetted with rear delt flies/facepulls

    squats
    leg press
    sldl
    hamstring curls
    standing calf raises
    seated calf raises
    bicep
    tricep

    workout every other day.

    This is not my routine, nor will I share mine though since it is built for me specifically.
    It would not be the most optimal routine for you.
    I have very high volume on my program as well.

    As for your routine / I won't give recommendations on rep ranges, choose what you'd like and try to add 2 reps each workout if the volume is above 30 reps.
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    So your saying I should try to keep the volume above 30reps per bodyparts and try to gain 2 reps per exercise everyworkout? Sorry if i missunderstood
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    Originally Posted by trakker View Post
    So your saying I should try to keep the volume above 30reps per bodyparts and try to gain 2 reps per exercise everyworkout? Sorry if i missunderstood
    That is just an example of progression.
    Put the rep range anywhere you want, but adding 2 reps to a total volume of 15 reps would be stupid. In that case maybe add 1 instead.
    Your choice how to set it up.
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    I have one question for you. Would it be good to alternate incline press and shoulder press? Or would it be better to do them twice a week with less volume?
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    Originally Posted by trakker View Post
    I have one question for you. Would it be good to alternate incline press and shoulder press? Or would it be better to do them twice a week with less volume?
    I would just pick one of them and not alternate them.
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    alright thanks for your advice

    anyone got anything else to add?
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    Originally Posted by trakker View Post
    alright thanks for your advice

    anyone got anything else to add?
    Make sure you diet.
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