Check out this thread on a science/ materials engineering based protocol that is designed to keep the weights as low as is effective, create continuous gains and keep the tissues from toughening up along the way:The theory comes from Kyrpa, who’s theoretical work is linked in the above post.
The consistency of results that guys report from this approach is pretty impressive. After years of on and off hanging without a real program design I’m planning on embarking on it myself after my current decon period ends.
Most guys prefer a vacuum hanger set up for ease of use during this program where you incrementally add small weights during the session and use a warming pad or US. Some guys hang down, others straight out with an under-desk pulley set up. Results seem to come in either case.
In terms of extenders, also an option if you can figure out resistance values, which are important to know while undertaking this approach. I pre-ordered the Best Extender, which is compatible with vacuum cups and compression hangers, and has markings on the spring chambers to give an accurate idea of spring weight tension, so that might be an alternative option if you want to go the extender route. It is supposed to ship later this month. I can’t vouch for it yet, obviously, but the design is interesting and it isn’t crazy expensive.
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I used the load calculator to dial in the weight per the info. I settled on a strategy that I worked up to a weight 30% heavier than the max load prescribed by the calculator.
My theory is time. 20 min is the accepted max but im up to 25. Im trying to reach 30 at 10lbs. Im just not convinced one does need to exceed 10lbs. I add in fulcrums and set out for 1 hour min. Of tension on my dick a day. Now the hard part is duration. Im planning for 3 years.
Fwiw
Goal 7.5 x 6.5
Start 4/22 6 x 5.25 BG
Current 11/22 6 x 5.5 BG 4-7/8" MG
