isolation

Using back support in bodybuilding is often advised in specific situations: 1. **Heavy Lifts**: When performing heavy compound exercises like deadlifts, squats, or bent-over rows, using a weightlifting belt or back support can help stabilize the spine and reduce the risk of injury by providing...

Female bodybuilding routines can vary based on individual goals, fitness levels, and preferences. Whether you're looking to build muscle, improve strength, or enhance overall fitness, a well-designed workout routine can help you achieve your objectives. Here's a general guide to structuring a...

Resistance training and free weight training are two popular forms of strength training that have their own unique characteristics and benefits. Let's compare them: Resistance Training: Machine-Based Resistance Training: This type of training involves using machines that provide a controlled...

In bodybuilding, there are two primary approaches to resistance training exercises: isolation and combination (or compound) exercises. Both have their advantages and serve different purposes within a well-rounded training program. Here's an overview of each: Isolation Exercises: Target...

Lower repetitions with heavier weights are good for gaining strength. While higher repetitions with lighter weights are good for muscle endurance. But when muscle growth is the goal, things tend to become more confusing. Swipe left on the post above for more details on muscle growth and rep...

A drop-set is a set in which you do as many reps as possible with a certain weight and then immediately lower the weight to "pump out" more reps. Although some think drop-sets are more effective for muscle growth because you can feel more "burn", research shows drop-sets stimulate muscle growth...

Want Horse Shoe Triceps? . I can remember years ago wishing that outer portion of my triceps would just show up. It used to be nonexistent even at extremely low levels of body fat. . Years later and a bit of science to back it up I have a pretty decent answer. Research seems to show that the...

Pre-exhaustion involves exhausting the prime mover in a compound movement before performing the compound movement – like doing chest flyes immediately before a bench press. However, this can easily lead to failure on bench which might not be the safest option when training alone. The good news...

Burnout sets are a classic strategy to maximize fatigue and muscle stimulation, however, they can get boring. If you’re looking for a new way to maximize fatigue and stimulation, give cluster sets a shot. Start with a weight around your 15 rep max and perform 5-8 reps, rest for 10-15 seconds...

This study found that lower body muscle groups recovered from damaging isolation movements more quickly than upper body muscles. For bodybuilders, isolation days can be important for bringing up lagging muscle groups, and this study shows that you can add in more isolation days for the lower...

Longer-limbed bodybuilders and lifters often struggle to move heavier weights than their stumpy-limbed brethren. Why? Because they have a longer range of motion – a mechanical disadvantage. Being tall has its perks, but lifting weights is rarely one of them. It comes down to having longer...

My previous articles have outlined many different training routines and techniques to increase muscle size and strength using the HIT, or High Intensity Protocol. This article continues that with a focus on outlining some of the many diverse HIT Variables or techniques available as revealed in...