how important is the length of a training session?

**Dolphinski** · 12-01-2012 06:48 PM

You know I'm only teasing but like I said, if it works for you and you're getting the benefit from doing it, then do it.

**Zeigler** · 12-01-2012 07:00 PM

T-Levels drop after 60 mins of resistance training, and cortisol levels rise.....supposedly. I dont think theres been any conclusive research on that though and it wouldnt really matter for most people, who are getting a good PWO meal.

Cortisol levels will rise over time with enough stress (job, life etc), lack of sleep, food etc. So basically as said, as long as your compensating for the extra time with food and recovery, then it shouldnt a problem. As soon as you start seeing strength loss, or any overtraining signs then stop it and re-evaluate.

**AJax** · 12-01-2012 07:24 PM

So are you just doing the 2hr sessions 3x a week (as SL is supposed to be 3x a week)? If soI wouldn't have thought it would do too much harm, but then depends on your goals, if strength is your goal then its probably too much imo.

**Odevans** · 12-01-2012 07:25 PM

Is it working?

Yes - keep doing it.
No - stop doing it.

Are you doing 'side twists' and explosive training, everyday? I wouldn't. Twice a week, tops. But, like I said, if it is having the desired affects, keep doing it.

**DamianWalker** · 12-01-2012 08:23 PM

i do it after my stronglifts on thursday and saturday, i use college gym on tuesday, isn't as well equipped.

just a side note, though i'm improving in the stronglifts, explosiveness is a bit tricky to tell, as its hard to notice gains in and probably takes a while to notice if its working.

**JC82** · 12-01-2012 09:00 PM

Why not do your stronglifts as it's supposed to be done, then dedicate an extra session or two exclusively to the explosive/conditioning stuff? Maybe doing it fresh would allow you to measure progress better? Just my immediate thoughts mate.

**DamianWalker** · 12-01-2012 09:23 PM

dont have the time the only other day i could go would be sunday

**JC82** · 12-01-2012 09:30 PM

Fair do's. Wish I could fit another sesh in!

**AJax** · 13-01-2012 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DamianWalker

i do it after my stronglifts on thursday and saturday, i use college gym on tuesday, isn't as well equipped.

just a side note, though i'm improving in the stronglifts, explosiveness is a bit tricky to tell, as its hard to notice gains in and probably takes a while to notice if its working.

So after SL two times and then an extra day in the week (total 4)? Imo for maximum gains thats enough to give plenty of rest, especially given their 2hr sessions..

**Mart001** · 18-01-2012 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by DamianWalker

i do stronglifts how its supposed to be with 1 minute rests between each set, then i go onto some core twists, focusing more on power and speed of the moment 3x10 i then get a 5kg medicine ball, and throw it at the ground as hard as i can, a bit like hitting a tyre with a sledge hammer 3x10 then some heavy bag round kicks straight punches and hooks etc, then 10-20 minutes of cardio on a bike. finished with some static stretches

your not lifting heavy enough... or your not yet able to lift heavy enough, but aim for a wieght that will take you at least 3min to recover, 10mins is excessive but reaching 5mins no big deal, SL is about strength. The 45 min window, cortisol, muscle going to eat itself blah blah, I'm the strongest and best shape I've ever been, 37 years old, have two kids, a 50+hr week job, a wife, a mortgage, and my workouts (sometimes) go through 2hrs of all pure lifting... who'd thought?

I also have two guinee pigs that we keep in the garden...