I starting to work out my pecs and I was wondering.... - Off-Topic

#1 Posted by Austin (271 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Ok, I'm 5'9 132 lbs and I've been bench pressing 55 lbs for 2 weeks now. How many weeks do you think it will take for my pecs to look like this guy's? (please be serious guys)

#2 Posted by Jayge_ (10222 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

It's hard to predict how muscle will develop tone.

But... 55 pounds? That's it?

#3 Posted by LtColJaxson (1130 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Jayge said:

"It's hard to predict how muscle will develop tone.

But... 55 pounds? That's it?"

It just matters how many times he is lifting it, not necessarily how much weight.

#4 Posted by Austin (271 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

I do 10 reps each time so thats alot. and plus I will add 10lbs every week.

#5 Posted by Jayge_ (10222 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Austin said:

"I do 10 reps each time so thats alot. and plus I will add 10lbs every week."

Even for 10 reps that's not a lot.

Are you fat? Skinny? Are any of your relatives prone to having developed pecs?

#6 Posted by Gunner612 (4338 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

At your age i would guess a couple of years, then again im no expert.

#7 Posted by Austin (271 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Jayge said:

"Austin said:
"I do 10 reps each time so thats alot. and plus I will add 10lbs every week."
Even for 10 reps that's not a lot.

Are you fat? Skinny? Are any of your relatives prone to having developed pecs?"

That is what my chest looks like its kinda toned but its not elevated like the guy in the pic in my OP...

#8 Posted by Austin (271 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Gunner said:

"At your age i would guess a couple of years, then again im no expert."

You know my age?

#9 Posted by HandsomeDead (11863 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Austin said:

"Gunner said:
"At your age i would guess a couple of years, then again im no expert."
You know my age?"

You said you were like 16 or something in another thread.

#10 Posted by Austin (271 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

HandsomeDead said:

"Austin said:
"Gunner said:
"At your age i would guess a couple of years, then again im no expert."
You know my age?"
You said you were like 16 or something in another thread."

damn u people have good memories. lol

#11 Posted by logson (519 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Taking Thumper's mother's advice, I'm going to suggest you hit up a fitness forum.

#12 Posted by MasterOfPenguins_Zell (2092 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Austin said:

"HandsomeDead said:
"Austin said:
"Gunner said:
"At your age i would guess a couple of years, then again im no expert."
You know my age?"
You said you were like 16 or something in another thread."
damn u people have good memories. lol"

You've said it in two of your topics now.... One was just yesterday? Or the day before...

#13 Posted by daniel_beck_90 (3159 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

at the age of 16 your body can not gain a huge mass of muscle , I personally started Bodybuilding in the age of 15 though only started to gain mass since 18 .

as a person who is Bodybuilder himself I would recommend you to avoid thinking about mass or power at this age . adding 10lbs every week is not a good move whatsoever . I'd believe you should focus on reps at this age . focusing on power at this point will only bring you injuries with no mass whatsoever .
also working on Pecs is not enough , you should focus on all parts of your body with the exception of thighs .
I personally believe you should follow this pattern for each part of your Body :

First week to third week : 3 sets , 12-10-9 reps
Forth week to sixth Week : 3 sets : 14-12- 10 reps
seventh week to ninth week : 3 sets : 16-14-12 reps and on .
try to avoid lifting heavy weights if you want to improve .

last but not least , based on Jay Cutler 's comment ( Mr.Olympia ) 90% of Bodybuilding is diet and 10 % training so if you want to see improvement you 'll have to change your diet . getting used to an athletic diet took me 3 years so you can probably do the same .

#14 Posted by tekmojo (2294 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Tekmojo's personal tips:

Actually I would gather as much information on muscle building as I can before getting into it seriously. Everyone's workout routine is different, everyone's body develops differently. Don't listen to one source either, gather lifting techniques from friends, family, and coaches (if applicable).

I would agree with daniel_beck that you should focus more on tone and cutting any unecessary body fat that you do not need. Easiest way to do that is do light jogs (or replace with favorite cardiovascular activity), push ups, crunches/situps, free weights. You need to build up muscles around your joints and areas underlying pectoral regions before adding the weight.

I myself am very lazy at times, especially during the winter. But try to find a steady workout routine. It can be in the mornings,afternoon, or at night. Also try not to workout at the same time, of every workout day. Your body will get used to this and you may feel tired at other parts of the day, or only perform well at those times.

I would start off doing the workouts every other day, until you can see how your body reacts. It also lessens the risk of injuries to your body. I would also say cut fast food entirely, but if you can't help it, keep it to once or twice a week. Also drink plenty of water so that your body can flush out toxins, and also it will expand your muscles and add weight to them.

I too was once skinny as hell before I started working out. If you are in good health (no health problems or history) then proceed whenever you want to change. I wish you good luck in your training. :)

pm me if you got any questions...

#15 Posted by artofwar420 (6167 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Don't just focus on your chest, you don't wanna look all disproportionate.

#16 Posted by lazyturtle (1227 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Visit a dietician. Explain your goals and workout routine and they'll be able to help to with a diet that will make it all happen faster and better.

#17 Posted by Gizmo (5382 posts) - 4 years, 5 months ago

Haha, you're trying to impress your mums friend!