How To Train For Mass | Arnold Schwarzenegger's Blueprint Training Program

A chapter guide written by our editors; not a translation or paraphrase of the video.

1. 0:54

   The "How to Train for Mass" chapter covers Arnold's overall approach to training for size. Note that he is stating principles, not prescribing your sets.

2. 2:00

   "Shock the Muscle" is Arnold's often-quoted idea of not always training the same way. Our approach: finish one cycle of a reviewed template first, then talk about variation.

3. 3:25

   From 3:25 to 10:51 the video goes body part by body part (chest, back, arms, shoulders, legs, abs) through his exercise choices at the time. Compare with the logging conventions for the same exercises in our library.

4. 13:30

   The last chapter covers his protein intake back then. It is a personal recollection, not a diet prescription for beginners.