Compound Exercise

Compound exercises are multi-joint movements that engage multiple muscle groups and require coordination and stabilization throughout the exercise. These exercises typically involve moving more than one joint at a time and are excellent for building overall strength and functional fitness. Some examples of compound exercises include: www.icfitnessclub.com

Types of Compound Exercises

• Squats: Engage the muscles of the legs, glutes, core, and back.

• Deadlifts: Target the muscles of the lower back, hamstrings, glutes, and grip strength.

• Bench Press: Works the chest, shoulders, and triceps.

• Pull-ups/Chin-ups: Target the back, biceps, and shoulders.

• Overhead Press: Engage the shoulders, triceps, and upper back.

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Advantages of Compound exercises:

• Efficient: They work multiple muscle groups simultaneously, saving time in the gym.

• Functional strength: Compound exercises mimic movements used in daily activities and sports.

• Hormonal response: They stimulate the release of growth hormone and testosterone, promoting muscle growth and fat loss.

• Core engagement: Many compound exercises engage the core as a stabilizer.