My legs have not gained any size in 3 months! I lift most days of the week, squatting about 3 times per week and eating for mass. Strength has gone up, although squats have become my weakest lift. Any kind of sure-fire way to add considerable size to my quads and hams? I have tried Smolov, low reps, 20-rep sets, all squats, no squats, and I just can't seem to put the size on.
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Thread: legs won't grow
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06-20-2017, 06:23 PM #1
legs won't grow
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06-20-2017, 06:35 PM #2
Have you added body weight?
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06-20-2017, 06:44 PM #3
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06-20-2017, 09:32 PM #4
Seems to me your problem may be your programming. Looks like you tried a bunch of different stuff in a relative short period of time. Try sticking with something for a little longer.
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06-20-2017, 09:35 PM #5
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06-21-2017, 05:02 AM #6
@wow- I've been consistent with various programs and never really seen improvement.
@chest- always good advice, but the closest I get to isolation movements are single-leg squats
I used to do hill runs, and I think that made my legs grow, but now there are no hills where I live. What about bicycling-- like twice per week, once for about 5 miles to/from the gym, and once on an airdyne? Wish I had a Prowler, I wouldn't mind the conditioning
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06-21-2017, 05:08 AM #7
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try adding some quad assistance work; but how many times do you squat a week? like wowter said changing things up constantly and frequently may throw off progress.
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06-21-2017, 05:42 AM #8
Last edited by ironwill2008; 06-21-2017 at 08:07 AM.
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06-21-2017, 06:55 AM #9
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Which program have you been running for the last few months?
Three months ago you were cutting
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...post1486909821
Two months ago you were 5'11", 185 lbs, and cutting
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...post1491324751
One month ago you were looking to lean down
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...post1505437711
Less than a month ago you were talking about all kinds of different routines.
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...post1505953081
You wouldn't be trolling us, would you?
Interesting...certified personal trainer lol
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...post1477854791
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06-21-2017, 07:27 AM #10
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06-21-2017, 07:36 AM #11
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06-21-2017, 07:43 AM #12
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06-21-2017, 08:14 AM #13
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06-21-2017, 11:25 AM #14
everyone's got a struggle, unfortunately NASM doesn't have any advice for people who want to gain massive lean leg size. And I guess my issue might be genetic. Everyone does better with a coach, and coaches do better when they have more information to work with.
I wouldn't mind leaning down a bit, I mean, my waist is much larger than my legs.
Not trying to troll, just thought someone might have gone through the same thing.
Squat has been stuck at 350 since winter.
@Farley, I've been running Texas Method and not gaining or losing weight. So those posts are still true. Let me know if you're still confused or if you can help.Last edited by ironlionzion3; 06-21-2017 at 12:24 PM.
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06-21-2017, 04:43 PM #15
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06-21-2017, 05:20 PM #16
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06-21-2017, 05:45 PM #17
"gain weight to gain size" is good advice, of course, but I'm looking to put that weight more specifically on my legs.
as of last week, volume squats @ 315, intensity @ 335, deadlifts 405, power cleans 205
tested bodyfat today at 12% so I don't want to gain any more of that. thighs still 23" around.
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06-21-2017, 05:47 PM #18
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06-21-2017, 05:52 PM #19
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Each week of Texas Method. Please list your squat volume and intensity weights for each week you have done so far.
Your volume/intensity offset is not good. More on that later.
Is volume 5x5 across and intensity 1x5?
Surely as a trainer you realize that not gaining bodyweight and wanting to hold a low bodyfat is contraindicated for a person who wants to build muscle.
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06-21-2017, 06:59 PM #20
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06-22-2017, 03:22 PM #21
Chesty - I cant figure it out please explain. I don't spend much time on these forums.
Farley - I got stuck at that weight and can't add more. I know my rep strength is higher, something to do with work capacity. You're right that I would have to gain weight overall -- I guess I am looking for a program to start when I am ready for a new bulk. I'm in school now and can't prioritize weightlifting, but soon I'll have some time off to add real size.
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06-22-2017, 04:23 PM #22
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Each week of Texas Method. Please list your squat volume and intensity weights for each week you have done so far.
You need a bigger offset between volume day and intensity day. Reset your volume day so that it is no more than 90% (tops) of your intensity day 1x5
Also, please list your squat volume and intensity weights for each week you have done so far.
So, are you even lifting right now, or not?
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06-22-2017, 06:07 PM #23
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06-22-2017, 07:26 PM #24
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06-22-2017, 07:58 PM #25
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06-28-2017, 03:05 AM #26
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06-28-2017, 05:18 AM #27
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06-28-2017, 08:53 AM #28
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