Monthly Measurements

In bodybuilding physiques that are classed as visually stunning are generally those regarded as being symmetrical and proportional - a state where there is an obvious balance between both sides of the body, where nothing looks out of place and everything seems to flow and taper into a harmonious whole (often referred to as the total package)

The best method, by far, to accurately determine where our individual body parts fall in terms of over symmetry and proportion is the tape measure.

Measuring the circumference of each body part will give an idea of where improvements need to be made, provided one is in reasonable shape and the individual muscles are able to be discerned - an excessive amount of fat will give a false indication of overall muscularity if taken into account when the measurements are taken - Bodybuilding.com

Measurement tips

1. Take all measurements before exercise

2. Take all measurements in a relaxed state

3. Don't pull the tape

4. Keep a diary

5. Measure both left and the right sides of the body. 

Right Bicep - 14.6 inches (-)

Right Bicep flexed - 16.1 inches (+.1)

Left Bicep - 14.4 inches (-)

Left Bicep flexed - 16 inches (+.3)
Chest - 41 inches (+.3) 

Right Forearm - 12 inches (-)

Left Forearm - 12 inches (-)

Right Thigh - 23.4 inches (-)
Left Thigh - 23.2 inches (+.1)

Right Calf - 15.1 inches (-)
Left Calf - 15.2 inches (-)
Waist - 32 inches (-)
Hip - 35 inches (-.4)
Shoulders - 47.4 inches (+.4) 
Weight - 77.9kg (-.1)

Notes - Considering I've had this past week off, I'm quite surprised at my measurements. My training is now periodized into heavy as possible one week, straight sets. Then the following week a little lighter with techniques such as Drop sets & Super sets. 3 weeks on, 1 week off, 4 weeks on, 1 week off then returning to 3 weeks on. Always starting on a "Light" week. (Apart from the first week 1)

Week 1 - Heavy (Rep range 6-10)
Week 2 - Light (Rep range 10-12 Dropsets & Supersets)
Week 3 - Heavy Rep range 6-10)
Week off.
Week 1 - Light (Rep range 10-12 Dropsets & Supersets)
Week 2 - Heavy (Rep range 6-10)
Week 3 - Light (Rep range 10-12 Dropsets & Supersets)
Week 4 - Heavy (Rep range 6-10)
Week off.
Week 1 - Light (Rep range 10-12 Dropsets & Supersets)
Week 2 - Heavy (Rep range 6-10)
Week 3 - Light (Rep range 10-12 Dropsets & Supersets)
Week off.

Overall impressed with my gains! My weight continues to annoy me. I WILL overdose on carbs if that's what it takes!