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The Basics of Compound Workouts, Isolation Workouts, Pull Workouts, and Push Workouts with TalktoaNerd.com

Learn about compound workouts, isolation workouts, and push-pull days to get consistently strong. Making fitness a part of your daily routine doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming! Start by committing to just 20-30 minutes of movement each day, whether it’s a brisk walk, a quick home workout, or a fun dance session. The key is consistency — find activities you enjoy, set manageable goals, and celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Remember, every bit of movement counts and contributes to your overall health and well-being. By making exercise a simple, enjoyable habit, you'll not only feel better physically but also boost your mood and energy levels, making it a rewarding part of your day!



Understanding Compound Workouts

Compound workouts are exercises that engage multiple muscle groups and joints simultaneously, making them highly efficient for building strength and improving overall fitness. Examples include squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and pull-ups. These movements not only maximize calorie burn but also enhance coordination and balance, as they mimic real-life activities. Incorporating compound workouts into your routine can lead to faster gains in strength and muscle mass while saving time at the gym, making them a great choice for anyone looking to optimize their workouts.


CHEST

  • FLAT: Bench Press Pyramid 8x6x4x2

  • INCLINE: Bench Press Pyramid 8x6x4x2

BACK

  • LAT PULL DOWN: Pull 8x6x4x2

  • ROWS: Pull 8x6x4x2

LEGS​

  • SQUATS: Pyramid 8x6x4x2

  • DEADLIFT: Pyramid 8x6x4x2




Understanding Isolation Workouts

Isolation workouts are exercises designed to target a specific muscle group, allowing for focused strength training and muscle development. Examples include bicep curls, tricep extensions, and leg curls. These exercises are particularly beneficial for correcting muscle imbalances, enhancing muscle definition, and promoting muscle growth in specific areas. While they are excellent for sculpting and refining individual muscles, isolation workouts are often best used in conjunction with compound exercises for a balanced fitness routine.



BICEPS

  • CURLS: Pyramid 10x8x6x4

TRICEPS

  • EXTENSIONS: Pyramid 10x8x6x4

SHOULDERS

  • OVERHEAD PRESS: Pyramid 8x6x4x2

FOREARMS, CALVES, ABS​

  • FASTEST HEALING MUSCLES​


When Performing all of the Above, A full workout can be executed with different Variations of Each.

  • PUSH DAYS: BENCH > TRICEPS > CALVES > SQUATS > EXTENSIONS > PRESS

  • PULL DAYS: ROWS > BICEPS > ABS > LEG CURLS > CURLS


Working out should be simple so that you are consistent. Doing these every daily, weekly, monthly is crucial to just momentum and moving every day. Our bodies are made to always be moving, so keep your mindset simple and enjoy going to the gym or not stressing and doing it on the road or in your house.




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