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Pull-ups

    • Why are we doing it: Builds back width for a V-tapered physique.
    • Advanced Considerations: “Rest-Pause” technique on the last set to maximize muscle engagement.

Bench Press

    • Why are we doing it: The go-to exercise for overall chest mass development.
    • Advanced Considerations: Add a 2-second pause at the bottom of each rep to eliminate momentum.

Barbell Rows

    • Why are we doing it: Essential for adding thickness to your back.
    • Advanced Considerations: Hold at the top for 2-3 seconds on the last rep to increase time under tension and target mid-back muscles.

Incline Cable Press

    • Why are we doing it: Focuses on developing the upper chest, often a weak point.
    • Advanced Considerations: Perform a drop set on the last set for maximum muscle fatigue.
Advanced Chest & Back Workout

Plyometric Push-Ups

  • Why are we doing it: Enhances explosive upper body power, crucial for activities requiring quick and forceful movements.
  • Key Coaching Cues: Push off the ground with maximum force, aiming to get your hands off the floor. Keep your core tight to maintain body alignment.

Medicine Ball Chest Throws

  • Why are we doing it: Develops explosive chest strength and improves upper body coordination, translating well into sports performance.
  • Key Coaching Cues: Use a powerful throw, fully extending your arms. Catch the ball with soft elbows to absorb the impact and prepare for the next rep.

Pull-Ups

  • Why are we doing it: Builds upper body pulling strength, essential for athletic movements like climbing, grappling, and stabilizing the body.
  • Key Coaching Cues: Start by retracting your shoulder blades to engage the lats. Pull your chest to the bar and control your descent to maximize muscle engagement.

Renegade Rows

  • Why are we doing it: Enhances core stability and upper body strength, crucial for maintaining balance and control during dynamic movements.
  • Key Coaching Cues: Keep your hips level throughout the movement. Pull the dumbbell towards your hip while stabilizing with the opposite arm.

    Whether you’re aiming for a classic bodybuilding physique or an athletic, powerful build, these workouts have you covered.

    Bodybuilding Approach:

    🔷Focus: Muscle size, symmetry, and definition.

    🔷Exercises: Targeted moves like Barbell Chest Press and Bent-Over Rows to sculpt your chest and back.

    🔷Key Benefits: Builds mass and carves out that detailed muscle definition.

    Athletic Approach:

    🔷Focus: Explosive power, strength, and functional movement.

    🔷Exercises: Dynamic moves like Plyometric Push-Ups and Renegade Rows to boost your athletic performance.

    🔷Key Benefits: Enhances power, speed, and stability, perfect for athletes.

    ▪️Similarities:

    Both routines hit your chest and back from multiple angles.

    Both require intense focus and drive to maximize results.

    Rest and recovery are key in both for optimal gains.

    ▪️Differences:

    Bodybuilding approach builds aesthetic muscle mass.

    Athletic approach boosts functional strength and explosiveness.

    Pick your path and get to work!

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