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Should I Do Full Body Workouts Or Body Part Splits?

Many people who are involved in fitness programs ask this question. It is an excellent question. You will probably find a range of opinions on this subject if you search for it. The truth is that the answer to this question is… It depends!!! These are both very good strategies, and they each have pros and cons. Both strategies have worked for me and my clients, but deciding which one to use can be difficult. This breakdown can guide you in making your choice:

A full-body workout is recommended if you:

The first time you work out

Full body workouts are best for those new to exercising or returning after a long absence. You need to build up your muscular endurance. In the first two to four weeks, most people can see results with only a few exercises per muscle.

You have a poor track record of following your workout plan

You don’t want to cause muscle imbalances by training inconsistently. You can develop muscular imbalances if you begin with body parts splits such as Chest/Triceps on one day and Legs the next. If you only train your chest once a week, but neglect your back you may develop posture issues that can cause injury and stagnation.

Are you looking for an easy, fast way to exercise your entire body every time?

Many people enjoy the sense of efficiency when they are in the gym. They have busy schedules and their workout time is limited. Full body exercises are available in many different ways, which is great for people who like variety.

You can only commit 2-3 days per week for resistance training

If you have only 2 or 3 days a week available to train, then full-body is the best option. Although it’s possible to split your body into parts in three days, you will get more benefit from working the whole body over a period of 3 weeks than just one.

If you are unsure whether or not to split your body into parts, then:

You would like to train your resistance 3-5 days per week

You may be like me and enjoy weight lifting most of the time. The body part split is a good way to focus on a single or two muscle groups for a period of 3 days.

Each workout should focus only on a small number of muscle groups

After a few months of working out, you might decide your muscles need more than just one exercise. You will perform 2-6 different exercises for each muscle depending on which muscle groups or muscle groups you’re working.

Your workouts have been consistent and you have followed a program for more than three months

You will have enough discipline if you’ve been working out consistently for at least 3 months. Consistent means that you work out at minimum 4-5 times per week. This discipline is crucial because you will be at greater risk for developing muscle imbalances if you miss workouts.

You can see that there are no wrong or right styles. It’s all about finding the style which suits you. Many people switch between body splits and full-body workouts. This can help to change up their fitness routine and boost results.

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