Big Ramy- strong as he looks huge!

[King Shizzo]

Most impressive part is him fetching and racking his own weights in the same set. I thought I was the only one who did that but then again I am much larger than the average man.

Not hard with 10 pound dumbells.

[kyomu]

No wonder that he is this strong. but I think Big Ron is stronger.

[jude2]

No wonder that he is this strong. but I think Big Ron is stronger.

Of corse Ron was stronger and bigger in his prime.

[the trainer]

Big freaky ron inclining pressing 200 pound dumbbells, this is after he did them on the flat bench.

[Louis Cipher]

200 on inclines, which is more difficult than flat

Ramy uses a greater range of motion, that makes a big difference.

[jude2]

Lets wait until Ramy wins some Mr O titles before we put him up there with Ronnie C.

[forillagorilla]

do he think the chest muscle will increase in size 8 weeks out by lifting like this? where is the scientific support of that

Is this a serious question?? Yeh man - he is busting his ass just hoping to add some beef before  the contest that's it. In fact he will probably do some silly shit like being back stage and still lifting weight right before he comes on stage.  Lol

[Shockwave]

Ramy uses a greater range of motion, that makes a big difference.

I find partial ROM pumping reps to be much harder than full chest-to-lockout style reps. Its harder I feel because youre spending more time under tension where it puts maximum strain on the muscle....

Think about it, when using a complete ROM youre spending time in lockout and with your elbows at 90* where you have the greatest leverage force... when pumping in between youre generally working where you have the least mechanical advantage.

Now Im not advocating for partials over full ROM or anything... but its been my experience that I fatigue much faster and can use much less weight when I try and do partial pumping reps.

[forillagorilla]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

[Big Chiro Flex]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

Let's see a pic stud.

I use full ROM on everything

[TristenEsco]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

It cracks me up more when people assume pros are the most knowledgable. Most just do what theyre told by coaches actually educated in the field. People need to realize that the majority of pros are genetically gifted and could grow on anything. That doesn't make it right

[Uncle Junior]

200 on inclines, which is more difficult than flat

Disagree, I find inclines easier than flat personally.

[Ronnie Rep]

It cracks me up more when people assume pros are the most knowledgable. Most just do what theyre told by coaches actually educated in the field. People need to realize that the majority of pros are genetically gifted and could grow on anything. That doesn't make it right

That depends on the pro.

[TristenEsco]

That depends on the pro.

That's why I said most and not all. Generally they fall into 2 categories, those with elite genetics that wiped out their first contest without all the proper tools and then went onto get the right guidance. And those who don't have the best genes and have to do everything meticulously and had to go through much trial and error for their card

[ProudVirgin69]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

X2

[Uncle Junior]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

Spot on, "full range of motion" takes more tension away from the muscle than say 3/4 partials without lockout on the top or bottom..feel is more important than any text book form definitions

[WillGrant]

No wonder that he is this strong. but I think Big Ron is stronger.

Of corse Ron was stronger and bigger in his prime.

But look how long Ramy has been doing this - that's the impressive and whole freak factor part.

[Shockwave]

That's why I said most and not all. Generally they fall into 2 categories, those with elite genetics that wiped out their first contest without all the proper tools and then went onto get the right guidance. And those who don't have the best genes and have to do everything meticulously and had to go through much trial and error for their card

Eg 1 Ronnie

Eg 2 Dorian

[MCWAY]

Eg 1 Ronnie

Eg 2 Dorian

But Ronnie didn't wipe out the competition his first show. While Kevin Levrone won the Nationals and Mike Matarazzo won the USA, Ronnie won his pro card in relative obscurity at the Universe.

Dorian qualified for the Olympia by winning Night of Champions. Ronnie made the Olympia automatically, based on his weight-class win at the Universe.

When Dorian debuted at the Olympia, he placed 2nd. When Ronnie made his debut, he placed "16th".

It took Ronnie a while to become the beast he ended up being.

[Louis Cipher]

I find partial ROM pumping reps to be much harder than full chest-to-lockout style reps. Its harder I feel because youre spending more time under tension where it puts maximum strain on the muscle....

Think about it, when using a complete ROM youre spending time in lockout and with your elbows at 90* where you have the greatest leverage force... when pumping in between youre generally working where you have the least mechanical advantage.

Now Im not advocating for partials over full ROM or anything... but its been my experience that I fatigue much faster and can use much less weight when I try and do partial pumping reps.

Good food for thought, thanks.

[Shockwave]

But Ronnie didn't wipe out the competition his first show. While Kevin Levrone won the Nationals and Mike Matarazzo won the USA, Ronnie won his pro card in relative obscurity at the Universe.

Dorian qualified for the Olympia by winning Night of Champions. Ronnie made the Olympia automatically, based on his weight-class win at the Universe.

When Dorian debuted at the Olympia, he placed 2nd. When Ronnie made his debut, he placed "16th".

It took Ronnie a while to become the beast he ended up being.

Dude. You went far too trivia off into lala land
Point was
Dorian did it all himself and didnt quite have all the genetic gifts and he succeeded through insane OCD attention to detail and discipline

And Ronnie had Chad to the plan for him and he let his coach, his hard work, and his genetic gifts carry him to legend. I dont think anyone would argue that Ronnie was more disciplined, educated, or driven (with regards to BB) than Dorian was.

Dorian = obsessive work ethic and drive to know/understand/accomplish his BB goals

Ronnie = genetically blessed but needed someone to tell him what to do in order to realize his potential

[TheShape.]

If you train with guys that have any real size you will see that none of us use "full range of motion". Admittedly I rarely pay a lot of attention to criticism but it cracks me up when guys "correct" the training form of pros.

How's your joints?

[Shockwave]

How's your joints?

I know im not him, but...
I find my bother me more when I go full ROM, especially lockout.  If I dont quite lockout and dont quite go to 90* my joints feel much better. I try to keep the mechanical force on the muscle and not the joint.

[TheShape.]

I know im not him, but...
I find my bother me more when I go full ROM, especially lockout.  If I dont quite lockout and dont quite go to 90* my joints feel much better. I try to keep the mechanical force on the muscle and not the joint.

I find it really depends on the movement and the weight behind it. But most of the time a full ROM is the way to go. Unless your goal physique is Branch Warren...

[Mr. MB]

Nothing but respect for both BR (full range of motion) and RC (half reps....but 200s). My poor left pec, which is held to the humorous bone with a pin, just shed a tear.