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From Jon in Shropshire England and Ajay in India, both who want to put mass on their chest.  Their questions were quite similar so I decided to post both of them.  

Dear Mike (from Jon):

I have been training now for about 4-5 years.  I eat six meals per day and have made some good gains in all areas apart for my chest.  All the routines I have tried have contained similar chest routines as your "Chest Mass Program".  Some sites tell me it's genetics but I refuse to believe this.  I want a bigger chest, just need a new approach.  Can you help?  

Dear Mike (from Ajay):

I have been training for about 2-3 years.  However, I find that my chest is not fully developed or fully distributed with enough muscle.  I have a bad looking inner chest.  Could you suggest a workout that will help me put on more mass on the inner chest.

Dear Jon and Ajay:

Thank you for your questions.  Developing a thick chest, especially the inner chest area can be difficult for many people.  Several people I train have had this same difficulty, but with hard work and smart training they were able to overcome this problem.  Genetics can play a part in the development of one's physique, however improvements can be made so don't give up.  

Below I have outlined a chest routine that will help build overall mass as well as target the inner chest. 

Note: Make sure to lock out all chest movements.  Failure to do so may result in an underdeveloped chest.

Close grip incline press

4 sets, 6-8 reps

Close grip decline press

4 sets, 6-8 reps

Close grip flat bench

4 sets, 6-8 reps

* By 'close grip', I mean 3-4 inches closer than normal.

Do this program for 12 weeks and you should notice an improvement in your chest.  After 12 weeks, go back to your normal mass-building chest routine, but incorporate the above exercises occasionally.

Thanks again for your questions, Jon and Ajay.  Good luck and keep training hard.

Mike Francois

Note: Before embarking on any nutrition, supplementation, and/or training program, consult with your physician or other licensed health-care professional.


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