Training Like Mike Mentzer for 1 Week!!! (With results)

Thanks for watching! In this video, me and Alannah are going to follow a Mike Mentzer style workout plan for 1 week and see what the results are.

Mike Mentzer was a prominent figure in bodybuilding, known for his philosophical approach to training and his distinctive physique. Born on November 15, 1951, Mentzer gained fame during the 1970s and 1980s, competing in numerous bodybuilding competitions.

One of Mentzer's most notable achievements was winning the Mr. America title in 1976. He also competed in the Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia competitions, where he often placed high but never secured the overall title. Despite not achieving the pinnacle of success in bodybuilding competitions, Mentzer's impact on the sport extended far beyond his competitive career.

Mentzer is perhaps best known for his revolutionary approach to training, which he called "Heavy Duty." This training philosophy emphasized high-intensity, low-volume workouts designed to stimulate maximum muscle growth while minimizing the risk of overtraining. Mentzer's Heavy Duty principles challenged conventional bodybuilding wisdom, advocating for shorter, more intense workouts over long hours in the gym.

In addition to his contributions to training methodology, Mentzer was also an influential author and speaker. He wrote several books on bodybuilding and fitness, including "Heavy Duty" and "High-Intensity Training the Mike Mentzer Way," which continue to be regarded as classics in the field.

Sadly, Mike Mentzer passed away on June 10, 2001, but his legacy lives on through his contributions to bodybuilding and fitness, as well as his enduring influence on training philosophy and methodology.

The workout routine is as follows.....
1-3 warmup sets, followed by 1-2 working sets of 6-8 reps with RPE 10, finished off with 2 drop sets.

Day 1 - Chest and Back
- Incline Barbell bench press
- Peck Deck
- Wide cable lat pulldowns
- Pullovers

Day 2 - Leg day
- Leg press
- Leg extensions
- Leg curls
- Calf raises

Day 3 - Shoulders, biceps, and triceps
- Side shoulder raises
- Reverse Peck Deck
- Barbell curls
- Cable triceps extensions
- Triceps Dips

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