Do you want to spend less time in the gym but continue getting the same results? Are you interested in routines for abbreviated training?

If you’re not aware of why less is more when it comes to weight training, then you could be wasting time and energy.

Before bodybuilders began using steroids to pump up the volume, they used short, hard workouts focused on specific areas. By spending less time in the gym, they were able to build more muscle mass. Does this describe your strength training routines?

If you’re interested in learning about abbreviated training, then invest 20 minutes to this episode of Super Strength, where your host Nick Jaworski interviews Ray Toulany about why abbreviated training is the key to maximum development for lifters, especially drug-free naturals.

Despite the risks many people still associate strength training with steroids. The Mirror reports that a 20-year-old British bodybuilder died as a result of steroid abuse. This interview is a chance to learn how to get better results from abbreviated training without resorting to body-enhancing drugs.

The episode kicks off with an explanation of the term “abbreviated exercisesâ€. Ray explains how this relates to both the amount of days that you train, as well as the length of the training session itself.

Then Ray goes on to compare how an abbreviated training session measures up to traditional bodybuilding routines. In addition to covering what body parts are worked out in each, he reviews what is required each day from both styles of training.

This type of training was the primary method used by legendary bodybuilders in the days before steroid use. If you’re looking at drug-free ways to enhance your strength training, then this is your best option.

Next Ray goes on to discuss how resources such as bodybuilding and muscle mags would weigh in on the types of routines he described. He also goes on to answer the following questions about using this type training:

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• How can an abbreviated routine benefit my schedule?
  
• How much time should I dedicate to abbreviated routines?
  
• How do I know that an abbreviated routine is enough?
  

Now ask yourself two questions: Do you want to spend less time in the gym? Are you looking to get the most out of your workout without resorting to performance enhancers? If you answered “Yes†to either or both, then it’s time to give this type of training a try.

After a short break, Ray continues the discussion by explaining just what it is about this type of training that works so well. He also shares how to fine-tune specific muscle groups when you aren’t dedicating time to them on a daily basis.

Abbreviated training means getting more out of doing less, and developing your muscles without the use of performance enhancers. Is this a goal that you want to achieve with your strength training program?

The episode wraps up with Ray sharing some final thoughts about the power of shorter training sessions versus traditional bodybuilding routines.

How would you spend the extra time abbreviated training saves you each week? What is it you really want out of your strength program? Listen to the entire podcast now. Then if you have questions or related experiences, share them in the area below so we can discuss them together.

Ray Toulany has been working out for practically his entire life. He’s heard most of the advice on the topic, and now makes it his mission to help others separate fact from fiction so they can identify the difference between hype and solid training advice. Visit his website now to get started on increasing your own physical strength.

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Original post: Super Strength Episode #005 – The Power of Abbreviated Training