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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Exercise
Building muscle takes the right workouts to maximize gains. So, let’s explore different exercises to build and strengthen our muscles properly.
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Compound moves involve squatting, deadlifting, and bench pressing movements that work for multiple muscle groups at a time. They are great for building overall strength and muscle mass.
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Isolation exercises, such as bicep curls, tricep dips, and leg curls, target specific muscles. The best use of these exercises is to target weak spots and achieve lean definition.
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No equipment? No problem! Pull-ups, push-ups, and planks use your body weight for resistance, helping you build muscle and core strength.
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Doing more sets and reps for a muscle pump that promotes growth. This method helps muscle endurance and makes muscles fuller and stronger.
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You lower the weight and keep lifting after you have failed. Drop sets aim to maximise hypertrophy; these muscle busters push muscles to their furthest limits.
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Do two exercises in order, with no rest between them. It is more intense, burns more calories and builds more muscle at the same time as saving time.
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Mixing in other workout types means always challenging your muscles and keeping them growing. To hit those muscle-building goals, keep them consistent and vary them!
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