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THE GIRONDA SYSTEM FOR MUSCLE
MASS AND FAT LOSS
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There are many different methods that you can employ to boost muscle mass. Some focus more on load, and others are very volume based. Some of the greatest systems have a mixture of both.
In this article we’ll take a look at the ‘Gironda system’ and how it can help you boost muscle and improve your body composition.
Vince Gironda was born in 1917 in the Bronx, New York. As a professions bodybuilder he was well known for his eccentric, unorthodox approach to training and diet – he did not value traditional bench presses or squats for example, and was a big advocate of low carb diets.
In reality it is unlikely that you’ll complete the full 8 reps for each set – you’ll probably notice that your reps will creep down from 8 to 7 to 6 and so on. If the system begins to become difficult, it is advised to drop the reps first until less than 4 reps can be completed per set, then begin to reduce the load if necessary. You must complete 8 sets regardless.
Initially it is suggested that only one exercise per session is performed using this method, however as your training ability increases 3-4 exercises per session is acceptable.
In short, this training system provides not only a muscle growth stimulus via mechanical tension and muscle damage, but it also massively elevates your heart rate and other autonomic responses, leading to a high calorie turnover. This will also boost your fat burning through post-exercise oxygen consumption – a process where your body continues to burn calories for a period of time after exercise. This will lead to a strong,well-conditioned physique.
As with all advanced training methods, you need to make sure that you have a base foundation of muscular conditioning in order to best response to the training stimulus – to attempt advanced methods without a proper foundation can lead to injury and/or excessive muscular soreness.
Due to the relatively high load and also volume of the system, you need to make sure that whatever exercise you choose to complete, you can do it with good form, even as you fatigue through the pre-determined sets. If you feel as though you’re technique is suffering you need to re-evaluate your choice and drop the load as appropriate.
3 comments on “The Gironda System for Muscle Mass and Fat Loss”
Harriette Merkt says:
The way I managed to drop weight was by following a weight loss program like this. There are certain things that women need to know about when losing body fat that will have a dramatic impact on how you lose weight compared to the traditional way of cardio and dieting. Great article
Alan Earl says:
Back in the sixties & seventies this was very popular. However, I never saw many that kept this system going for any length of time, it is that taxing.
More popular and of course easier was Vince’s 10/8/6/15 system. Something that I still use to this day into my advanced years. 👍
Lee Bell says:
Hey Alan,
Thanks for your comment – great insight.
I completely agree about how taxing it is. When I run it with clients I only tend to use it for 2-3 week blocks at a time to limit burnout but still create adaptation.
The 10/8/6/15 system is really cool too. Not something I use as much but you’ve inspired me to have a go!
Have a great day
Lee