A lot of people have misconceptions on how to gain muscle mass in a short period of time.

We always read about fad workouts and regimens that do not work.

But if your goal is to build muscle mass in 3 to 5 months then you must keep in mind that discipline and a lot of hard work is not enough. You need to be more efficient by doing the right things and, at the same time, doing them the right way.

Experts say that using free weights for all heavy sets will help you gain muscle mass fast. Basically, dumbbells will make your ancillary (secondary) muscles work and at the same time build multipart mass. With this, results are better.

However, heavy weights combined with intense workout will often increase the risk of injuries. A lot of bodybuilding professionals’ careers ended because of torn pecs, strained erectors and slipped discs.

Always be careful and be sure to warm-up. Don’t overdo it!

Some experts say you can use a limit of 16 to 20 sets per body part… but if you are not competing, you’re fine with 12 to 16 sets per muscle group. Each set should be concluded in exhaustion so that you can maximize the benefit of your weight lifting routine.

Also, try to avoid training more than 2 body parts in a single day or you will end up over working your body. This might cause your muscles to stop growing.

Another important thing for building muscle mass is your diet. You need to watch what you eat all the time to get better results. Include lean read meat in your diet – this can be beef or pork. Chicken, turkey and fish are also good sources of protein. You just have to make sure it’s 98% fat free.

Proper diet incorporated with the right workout is proven effective to gain muscle mass and to achieve the body that you always wanted… in light speed!