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As someone who used to do "brosplits" and recently switched to heavy compound movements, I can definitely attest to the benefits of the latter. If I had to choo
by gautamnarula 12y ago
As someone who used to do "brosplits" and recently switched to heavy compound movements, I can definitely attest to the benefits of the latter. If I had to choose one, I would go with the compound exercises (squats, deadlifts, overhead press, barbell rows, bench press, etc.), but I think the best routines incorporate both types of exercises. That's why I like routines like ICF 5x5[1], which is centered around heavy compound lifts but also includes smaller isolation lifts as accessories.
[1] http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cr...
- cjf4 12y agoYou're right, and I don't mean isolation stuff is worthless. I just think all but the most experienced lifters would get more bang for their buck (or time) by focusing on barbell stuff.
- chipsy 12y agoI've lately been interested in strongman training for its emphasis on functional strength and limited explosive movement - it's a safer option for someone like me that is both tall and has scolosis making the form needed for powerlifting largely out of reach. I don't have the equipment or inclination to train like the competitive athletes, but I will regularly go around the gym doing a farmer's walk with kettles or dumbbells now.