This sort of program is far better for the advanced bodybuilder who wants to build up just a little bit of an edge before a competition (or before beach week!) than it is for the novice weightlifter. Though it's definitely possible to do this --- but it's not for everyone.

However, if you feel the need to try to bulk up in a matter of weeks, you might want to give these tips a try - though the standard advice about consulting with a physician before starting any rigorous workout regimen definitely applies here. Again, this is going to be a tough workout, but will yield noticeable results within a short time. Remember to warm up before you do these exercises; in fact, a very good idea would be not only to warm up but also to do a few reps with half the weight you will do in the exercises themselves before you get started. The last thing we want is for you to strain yourself!

You want to do 10 reps each of: Leg Extensions, Dumbbell Pullovers, Seated Rows Bench Presses, Squats, Leg Curls, Barbell Overhead Shoulder Presses, Barbell Bicep Curls Tricep Extensions, Weighted Pullups, and Weighted Dips

And you'll especially want to do 12-15 each of: Standing Calf Lifts and Ab Crunches

You get the best results during the first 45 minutes or so of your workout, so make the most of it! Why? The first 45 mins is the best time to get the maximum results from your workout because after that cortisol levels build too high (45-50 minutes). So keep your whole workout to around an hour total (including warm up!) You'll likely be exhausted after each of these short sharp visits to the gym, but that's the idea.

This workout routine should be done three times a week (you want to give your body adequate rest in between). If you follow this program to the T, you can get in and out quick having gotten the most benefit out of a short intense workout.

As I said before, this is definitely not for everyone -- If you're up for a challenge though, this three times a week workout just might be for you! Those who are dead serious about building muscle fast and have the experience to handle a hard workout like this may choose it and anyone who is super busy and want to build muscle in the little time they have available.