A Classic Mike Mentzer HIT routine

Here is a classic Mike Mentzer HIT routine from his early training. Legs are given a
little more reps than the upper body. Nowadays HIT enthusiasts often perform fewer
reps, preferring the 6-10 range.
The main legs workout is repeated. He later created a Consolidated Routine which
had even less exercises. Each workout is followed by 4-7 days of complete rest.
Legs Workout 1
1. Leg extension 1220 reps (superset with leg press 1220 reps)
2. Calf raise 1220 reps
3. Sit-up 1220 reps
Chest and Back Workout
1. Flat dumbbell flye 610 reps (superset with incline bench press 13 reps)
2. Overhead cable pullover 610 reps (superset with reverse-grip cable pulldown
610 reps)
3. Deadlift 58 reps
Legs Workout 2
1. Leg extension 1220 reps (superset with leg press 1220 reps)
2. Calf raise 1220 reps
3. Sit-up 1220 reps
Delts
1.
2.
3.
4.

and Arms Workout

Dumbbell lateral raise 6-10 reps
Bent-over lateral raise 6-10 reps
Barbell curl 6-10 reps
Triceps cable pressdown 6-10 reps (superset with Dip 35 reps)