It All Began in Mid-Summer of 2018
I am not saying hiring a personal trainer is a bad thing. You should seek one if you are new to fitness because they will help and guide you along your journey. However, having a trainer understand and imagine what you want is something that makes the client trust their leader. That is what I needed, but I didn't get it. I was looking to put on muscle, but I didn't know I had to get stronger. I didn't realize I needed to progress weekly, especially on my compound lifts. My trainer didn't teach me about Reverse Pyramid Training, Rest-Pause Training, German Volume Training, Hypertrophy Training, or UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training.
MPM Fitness Program Teachings
The methods I mentioned are what I talk about in all of my programs, but as previously mentioned, I didn't learn them at first, not when I invested in a personal trainer. If you're reading this, you probably can relate to what I am saying. Perhaps you are looking for information on how to get into shape or new methods to take your training to a new level. If this is you, I can assure you that you are in the right place. I began experimenting with these training protocols on myself before I implemented them onto my programs. After testing these effective training strategies, I added weight weekly to my exercises. In addition, I was getting what I wanted, muscle. My chest, back, shoulders, arms, legs, and traps grew. I was amazed at how successful my body was becoming.
A study back in 2012 indicates people who set physical/fitness goals (fitness resolutions) don't accomplish them. In other words, 73 percent of the people who aim to get into shape quit before the year ends. While that is a high percentage, there are numerous explanations for that specific data. One of the primary reasons is due to lack of motivation. Not knowing what to do or how to do it can lead to a person becoming unmotivated. I know that happened to me, and maybe it is happening to you at this very moment; however, once you have the right tools in the palm of your hands, the game changes.
How To Use Reverse Pyramid Training & UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training
When I use Reverse Pyramid Training, I always use them on my first two exercises instead of leaving them at the end of my sessions. Why? When you use Reverse Pyramid Training, your body is fresh; meaning you have energy. If you were to perform this specific training protocol at the end of your session, you aren't at your strongest as if you were starting your workout routine. That is why starting your session with a challenging exercise while using Reverse Pyramid Training is recommended and highly effective. However, when using the other methods, such as UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training, I use them at the end of my sessions to give my body more sarcoplasmic hypertrophy. See it as the icing on the cake. Not only do you finish your session with a bang; however, you're giving your body that extra boost to maximize your gains. How does it look?
Example: Sumo Deadlifts (Reverse Pyramid Training)
Set 1 345lbs 4 reps
Set 2 325lbs 6 reps
Set 3 300lbs 8 reps
Your first set will be the heaviest with minimum reps (4-6 reps). Once I finish resting (three minute-rest), I reduce the weight and add additional repetitions. The same explanation goes for the third set. This is a great way to increase strength and develop muscle. Regarding UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training, it is the same as a drop set; however, it is the other way around. In other words, when you perform UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training, you will increase the weight while decreasing the reps with no rest between sets.
Example: Lateral Raises (UPSET/Reverse Drop Set Training)
Set 1 20lbs 15 reps
Set 2 25lbs 12 reps
Set 3 30lbs 10 reps
Set 4 35lbs 8 reps
The MPM Fitness Programs are designed to bring to life what I've been talking about throughout this blog. Using the proper tools to transform your body or take it to the next level comes from using these skills, skills that not everyone is using or has knowledge of. However, the teachings I share throughout the programs help men and women not only develop a strong and remarkable body; but however, to maintain it annually. After using these methods, I have never looked back; instead, I look forward to seeing how my physique will be in the upcoming months. The same goes for people who've been doing my programs; they love and tell me how these teachings are changing their bodies. It helps them break through plateaus while increasing their gains weekly.
