The 3x Mr. Olympia Frank Zane has advice for fitness enthusiasts who are often pressed for time to hit the gym. Given the number of exercises, sets, and repetitions to build muscles, bodybuilding enthusiasts ponder over the time required at the gym. Not anymore, because The Chemist busts the myth of long training sessions at the gym to build muscles. 

Unlike many elite bodybuilders, the 81-year-old trained for three sets per exercise with light weights. Yet, he built a physique revered as the epitome of aesthetics. Now, Zane testifies how one can work efficiently in an hour for a perfect ripped physique. 

Frank Zane asks Gen Z to focus

Muscle building is no less a science integrated with proper form, reps, and rest. However, sometimes gym goers tend to rest more or get into a brainstorming session while working out. But Zane preaches to focus on minimizing the workout hours. 

“Concerning the duration of each workout, it shouldn’t be longer than one hour,” the God of aesthetics declared. Zane is known to complete his workout well within an hour, so it is impossible to debate the 3x Mr. Olympia on this. His bodybuilding routine earned him Sandow trophies and a long, healthy life.

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“If you are using lighter weights, you can rest less between sets. Don’t waste time daydreaming or talking between sets and you’ll be done in less than an hour,” the 81-year-old fiercely suggested. Zane also stated how his abbreviated sessions are well within 45 minutes. But Zane understands when his workout is complete. 

The Chemist ends his workout regime with a pump

Zane is one of the Golden-era bodybuilders who trained in the Gold’s gym six days a week, along with elite bodybuilders like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbu. Despite short workout periods and light weights, Zane ensured that his training ended with a pump, daily. 

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During the rest intervals, Zane preaches to do ten different stretches that have some relaxing and recovering effect on the body. The Chemist suggests that each stretch should last 15-20 seconds. Stretching also helps in injury prevention, flexibility, and longevity. While many restore to sleep for rest, Zane mastered the art of meditation to recover after an intense workout session. 

Frank Zane churns out bodybuilding wisdom on his social media platform to help rookie bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts learn an efficient way to build a physique that provides health and longevity. Unlike the training rituals of mass monsters, Zane’s principles focus on muscle maturity.