cjgozdor t1_j5jhhxf wrote on January 23, 2023 at 1:20 PM Reply to comment by dfreinc in LPT: To get the most muscle/sculpting for your buck at the gym, focus on compound lifts—the exercises that recruit multiple muscle groups. You only really need overhead press, bench press, squat, deadlift, rows, dips, and maybe pull-ups. These will give you most workout for the energy you put forth. by [deleted] This is a major pet-peeve of mine. Lifting slowly doesn't build explosive muscles that provide athletic value. Fast, explosive lifts will allow you to run faster, jump higher, and change direction quicker. Permalink Parent 15
cjgozdor t1_j5jhhxf wrote
Reply to comment by dfreinc in LPT: To get the most muscle/sculpting for your buck at the gym, focus on compound lifts—the exercises that recruit multiple muscle groups. You only really need overhead press, bench press, squat, deadlift, rows, dips, and maybe pull-ups. These will give you most workout for the energy you put forth. by [deleted]
This is a major pet-peeve of mine. Lifting slowly doesn't build explosive muscles that provide athletic value. Fast, explosive lifts will allow you to run faster, jump higher, and change direction quicker.