3 day split v 5 day split

[Khuz360]

Hello everybody

I would like to know the difference between using a 3 day split for weight training and having a 5 day split.

At the moment I use a 3 day split and train 2 areas each day with cardio and core training for each day. Overall the total workout takes me around 90mins.

However speaking to people briefly whilst at the gym I have noticed many train only one body part per day.

My overall objective is to get lean and be in proportion to my height I'm 5ft 7". I dont want to be extreme such as George St Pierre but still want to look good with my shirt off lol.

Kind regards

Khuz

 

[Big_Idiot]

5 days is usually way too much for a natural/novice lifter IMO. 3 days will be more than enough for you. Post what lifts you do each session...

 

[Khuz360]

My weight training always consists of 3 sets performing reps starting at 12 and lowering to 8 but increasing the weight. Or doing them in a combination 10,12,8.

Day 1: Chest and Triceps
Bench press
Incline bench press
Cable cross overs
Incline fly
Tricep Pull Downs
Close Grip Press
Kick backs

Day 2: Back and Biceps
Seated Row
Dumb Bell Row
Lateral Pull Down
Weighted Hyperextensions for lower back
Hammer curl
Concentrated bicep curl
Seated dumb bell curl

Day 3: Legs and Shoulders
Squats on a machine
Leg Raise
Calf Raise
Hamstring Curl
Upright Row
Reverse Fly
Shoulder press
Lateral Raise

I am thinking of changing the Squat on a machine to a Proper squat with a Bar, the Shoulder press to the Arnold Press and the Lat Pull Down to Pull Up's. I do cardio and core work after completing my weight work. What do you think??