AboutBonnie Hardie Expertise I am a personal trainer/boot camp instructor in SouthEast Florida. I am certified in:
personal training,aerobics,nutrition,womens,senior,youth and boot camp fitness.I can answer questions about workouts,sets and reps.Pyramid training,drop sets,etc.I can give suggestions on the best exercises to do for different body parts.Machines vs free weights.Home workouts or gym workouts.I can tell you what to look for when planning to join a gym.
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Experience I have been a personal trainer,aerobics instructor,nutrition advisor and boot camp instructor for several years,in South Florida. I generally prefer to train people outdoors in a park setting.The workout outside is just as tough as a gym workout.I can give people a excellent workout using just their bodyweight.I do a bootcamp style class with groups of 5-10 people.
Expert: Bonnie Hardie Date: 4/9/2008 Subject: Routine help
Question QUESTION: Hello,
I'm a 31m 74" 225lbs
I have been lifting for about 2years now. And need a little advice. I seem to have stalled in my development.
At first it was great my body responded well because I never did anything before.
But now everything seems to have slowed or stopped. My bench is still far below my bodyweight. I struggle to do a pull up. and my curls are lacking. < can give the numbers if you like >
I do my very best to eat clean meals 5-6 times a day. I do take creatine and protein. But I just cant seem to progress.
I wont say I haven't made progress so far I went from a 43 o a 34 jeans, but I just don't seem to make it anymore.I'm not looking to lose fat anymore just add size and strength
I'm currently doing the Bill star 5x5 and when I go to the next week it asks you to increase by 2.5% and I struggle to make 4 reps let alone a full clean 5.
So all in all help
ANSWER: Hi Bill,thank you for your question.
If you could pease send me your current workout(sets,reps,weight,etc)I will evaluate for you and give you some tips that will help you break thru your plateau and help you to reach your goals of adding size and strength.
Could you also please send me the website info for the Bill Star 5x5 workout.
I have been on this routine now for about or 6 weeks. before that I was on the M&F 25% stronger program and it basically works off your 5rm and you slowly increase the % of that 5rm you bench until your 5rm is increased.
Right now I have added in some extra movements to the 5x5 < I know messing with the template>
I have added dumbell presses after the bench 3x5
I have also added reverse close grip pull downs and wide grip normal after the rows.
I do a little cardio when done about 15 minutes brisk walking/ jogging
on tues and thurs I do 1 hour aerobics < exercising dvd >
I also do 2 biceps movements each 3x8
and 2 triceps each 3x 8
As for diet I try to eat well , but honestly with everything going on in my life I dont count calories< sorry >
Answer Hi Michael,
I apologize for the delay in answering your 2nd question-but i was having computer problems.
It sounds as if maybe your 5RM might be a little too much-you may need to lower your weights a little.
How long are you supposed to be on this routine?
It is always a good idea to change routines every 4-6 weeks.
Why don't you lower your 1RM a little and if you are still stuck and not progressing-it may be time to change your routine.
Thanks,
Bonnie
