In this one Ric talks about his life with Steve Koch who had a minor acting career from the eighties and nineties. Steve is in his fifties and is lean and well built. Some of the highlights that stuck out to me was Ric talking about tension on a muscle being tension; no matter how it was created. There was also some tips on staying strong as you age and the importance of making your bed!
Ric and Steve both feel that moderate use of steroids and powerlifting in your early training years are beneficial. I tend to disagree, but respect their opinion. Ric believes most of the injuries and joint issues he has today were from the professional wrestling he did; not his heavy weight training. I don't necessarily agree, but as the Bible says, in the multitude of counselors wisdom is not lacking, so it is good to hear varied opinions on the effects of long term weight training and you be the judge.
I agree with the aspect of the article that why one or the other. They both have there pros and cons. Everyone in the fitness industry and forums tend to think their way is the best and only way.
I'm sure everyone knows this, but we can do the same routine or same type of training and get totally different results. That's what makes us all unique. I sometimes use full body or different splits. Why not take advantage of the benefits of both? Again we're all different and like different things. Generally speaking one is not better than the other. That's just a matter of opinion.
Some experts recommend a moderate full body workout in each session for older people.
Pros and cons of full and split training:
https://www.t-nation.com/training/full-body-vs-split-training
The core recommendation is that at least 30 minutes of "moderate physical activity" for full body should be performed on most days of the week for old people. And while it may seem like an odd priority, strength training should be a main focus, as it prevents bone and muscle loss. Additionally, flexibility and functional movements (those that mimic everyday activities) are important.
that is correct. I is also the split I use these days with bodyweight and self resistance.
The split that Ric used was as follows right? Day 1 Back, Chest Day 2 shoulders, arms Day 3 legs,calves
That was a good one. Always like Ric's input. One thing I always get out of his videos is the importance of making Your reps count and that there is no secret.