The best way to build muscle is to perform compound exercises which recruit multiple muscle groups. According to Zack George, personal trainer, gym owner, and the UK’s fittest man, there are five main movements to focus on. These are deadlifts, squats, pull-ups, bench press, and shoulder press.
How many days a week should I workout to build muscle?
You need to be hitting the weights at least three days per week. The research says that at the very least, training a minimum of two days per week is needed to maximize muscle growth.
What body parts to work on what days?
Below is the common workout split example:
- Monday: Chest and triceps.
- Tuesday: Back and biceps.
- Wednesday: Legs and shoulders.
- Thursday: Rest.
- Friday: Chest and triceps.
- Saturday: Back and biceps.
- Sunday: Legs and shoulders.
What is a good 7 day workout schedule?
Push/Pull
- Day 1 – Push (Quad, Chest, Triceps)
- Day 2 – Pull (Hamstrings, Glutes, Back, Biceps)
- Day 3 – Push (Shoulders, Chest, Triceps)
- Day 4 – Pull (Hamstrings, Glutes, Back, Biceps)
- Day 5 – Push (Quad, Chest, Abs)
- Day 6 – Pull (Hamstrings, Glutes, Back)
- Day 7 – Bonus Day (Biceps, Triceps, Abs, Shoulders)
