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    lifting for BB

    does a BB workout differ from basic lifting. for example I was told 12 total sets for chest but a couple guys competing at my gym do around 8-10 sets of flat bench, 8-10 sets of incline and so on. What do some of you experienced BB recomend?

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    what do you mean, BB work out vs. "basic lifting"?

    what are your goals?

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    I just noticed the Body builders in my gym doing an extreme number of sets with each exersize. My goals are to be more defined which is achieved with a more strict diet than I have now.

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    well, take a visit to the diet forum then.

    regarding the number of sets, 20 sets of pressing movements for chest would be over-training for me. 12 sets of chest is fine.

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    ok thanks

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    Sometimes precontest bodybuilders may do more sets than usual as they are working at a fast pace and are not taking every set to failure.

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    dont forget most bodybuilders are running ALOT of gear with other stuff aswell, so they do have alot better chances of recovering

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