A Classic Mike Mentzer HIT Routine
A “Classic” Mike Mentzer HIT routine Here is a “classic” Mike Mentzer HIT routine from his early training. Legs are give
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A “Classic” Mike Mentzer HIT routine Here is a “classic” Mike Mentzer HIT routine from his early training. Legs are given a little more reps than the upper body. Nowadays HIT enthusiasts often perform fewer reps, preferring the 6-10 range. The main legs workout is repeated. He later created a “Consolidated Routine” which had even less exercises. Each workout is followed by 4-7 days of complete rest. Legs Workout 1 1. Leg extension 12–20 reps (superset with leg press 12–20 reps) 2. Calf raise 12–20 reps 3. Sit-up 12–20 reps Chest and Back Workout 1. Flat dumbbell flye 6–10 reps (superset with incline bench press 1–3 reps) 2. Overhead cable pullover 6–10 reps (superset with reverse-grip cable pulldown 6–10 reps) 3. Deadlift 5–8 reps Legs Workout 2 1. Leg extension 12–20 reps (superset with leg press 12–20 reps) 2. Calf raise 12–20 reps 3. Sit-up 12–20 reps Delts 1. 2. 3. 4.
and Arms Workout Dumbbell lateral raise 6-10 reps Bent-over lateral raise 6-10 reps Barbell curl 6-10 reps Triceps cable pressdown 6-10 reps (superset with Dip 3–5 reps)