Soft muscles...?

[scv2004]

Hey,this is my first time posting in quite some time and it's good to be back. For those who may not remember me I will give a quick stat update. I am 20 years old, 6 feet tall, 165 pounds, and roughly 5 percent body fat. I am wondering why my muscles are more soft and squishy then hard and firm. My muscles feel pretty tight after an intense arm workout, however in a flacid state they feel rather lackluster. I know several dudes my age that have a similar physique that have a more consistent firm muscle all the time. What is it that is causing my muscles to be soft? Is it the food I eat? The amount of water I drink? My genetics? Any feedback is welcome. Thanks!

[etothepii]

It's the post workout pump. Everyone gets that. It's not that they are soft most of the time. They are hard when flexed, right? But after lifting, you get a pump that makes them firmer. It's normal, nothing to worry about.

[scv2004]

No, it is not the post work out pump that I am concerned about. I understand how the body works and that the muscles are tense and increased blood flow into the muscles causes them to be firm. I dont understand how or why my muscles feel so soft. Some peoples arms feel harder then mine a non workout day then me on a workout day.

[Khaine]

Do high-rep work much...?

[DarkLord]

Hi SCV2004, It's been a while since I've posted on here as well, but I might be able to answer your question about muscle softness. It's all about flexing them. My biceps in particular used to be soft and it was only when I started flexing between sets did I achieve those rock hard muscles. Try it, you might find it helps. Good Luck!

[scv2004]

Originally Posted by Khaine

Do high-rep work much...?

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No, I do not do high rep exercises hardly at all. I am pretty strong and keep good form, but I just can't get them to feel firm. Even when I flex them it feels like I can still push down on the peak bicep muscle.

And Darklord, I do flex inbetween sets is the funny part. It is good for the muscles because it keeps blood flowing and keeps the muscle loose. This is really puzzling me.

[Blazer man]

What's your diet like? Maybe that might have something to do with "soft" muscles.