Sets for arms on 5x5?

[Legion Kreinak2]

I know the bigger bodyparts require more sets, and more of a pounding. As of now I'm doing 9 sets for all bodyparts when their day comes around on the 5x5 routine. Should I do less for arms, as in only one accessory exercise rather than two? Or is 9 sets fine?

 

[louden_swain]

I think nine sets is enough.

Legion,

Go ahead and post your current routine.

 

[Legion Kreinak2]

Sunday (Abs)
Weighted Crunch 3x12
Weighted Hanging Leg Raises 3x10

Monday (Chest/Calves)
Inclined Bench Press 5x5
Inclined Flies 2x8
Flat Bench Press 2x8
Standing Heel Raise 5x15

Tuesday (Cardio)
Sprints

Wednesday (Back/Shoulders)
Deadlift 5x5
Military Press 5x5
Yates' Row 2x8
Wide Grip Chin-ups 2xF
Upright Row 2x8
Shrugs 2x8

Thursday (Abs)
Weighted Crunch 3x12
Weighted Hanging Leg Raises 3x10

Friday (Legs)
Squat 5x5
Leg Extension 3x8
Straight Leg Deadlift 2x8
Leg Curl 3x8
Standing Heel Raise 5x15

Saturday (Arms)
Curls 5x5
Closegrip Bench Press 5x5
Inclined Dumbbell Curls 2x8
Extensions 2x8
Hammer Curls 2x8
Push-ups 2x8
Wrist Curls 3x8
Reverse Wrist Curls 3x8
Grip Squeezes 3x8
Grip Holds 3x10second holds

There, that's my current routine. Diet is lookin' somewhat like this. I'm trying to figure out how to add more chicken breast and/or ground beef and meats, but 6 meals doesn't permit it (especially when 2 & 3 are at school). By the way, should meal 3 be a tuna sandwich instead? (for the protein and omega 3's)

Meal 1
3 Egg Whites
Oatmeal
Raisins
Orange Juice

Meal 2
1/2 Cup Maple Granola
Banana
Whey Protein Powder
1% Milk
1 Tbsp Flaxseed

Meal 3
Natural Peanut Butter
Jelly
Whole Wheat Bread

Meal 4
Chicken Breasts
1 Baked Potato
Asparagus
1% Milk

Meal 5
1 Tbsp Flaxseed
1% Milk
Whey Protein Powder
1/2 Cup Maple Granola
Orange Juice

Meal 6
Chicken/Beef/Steak
Rice
Corn/Asparagus

Should I maybe have those egg yolks too? What do they contain? If it's alot of protein, then perhaps I'll go for them (or at least 1)

I'm trying to do what everyone's been tellin' me, I just hate being told things to do without a good reason.

 

[louden_swain]

Looks pretty good!! The key is to have fun. Just stick your eating and training plan and you will make excellent gains. One more thing, don't spend all day thinking about eating and training. Become involved in other activities such as hanging out with your friends, becoming involved in school activies, and other hobbies. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.