The Problem with Legs

A lot of people who work out on a consistent basis dread training their legs, especially men. Women are much stronger in their lower-body then men are, so they feel more comfortable training their legs, than we do. The problem is that if you do not train your legs, not only will you eventually look like a golf tee, but you are missing out on unlocking the secret to enhanced strength and fat loss. Two thirds of our muscle bellies are in our lower body. The only way to burn fat is by increasing your muscle mass, so if you skip out on legs then you are skipping out on your most powerful weapon against fat! If you can't lift heavy due to lower back issues or knee problems, then try going for high volume. Today this was my leg routine, and I didn't even have to squat!

Leg press:

1 x 100 reps with the right leg only, 1 x 100 reps with the left leg only (with no weight at all)

1 x 50 reps with both legs (450lbs)

1 x 25 reps with both legs (900lbs)

1 x 40 reps with both legs (900lbs)

1 x 40 reps with both legs (990lbs)

It was a very challenging work out, even without squats. The point of this session is to do perform a high level of repetitions. Only use weight that you can handle, and never sacrifice form for added weight. Give this a try and watch your legs grow, your strength increase and your body fat melt off! Happy training!

-Jason "Shark" McGuckian