Of Supersets And Compound Sets
A client asked me to explain the difference between a superset and compound set to him. Simply put, a superset comprises two exercises done back to back without rest. Supersetting can be done for the same muscle group (eg. triceps), opposing muscle groups (biceps and triceps) or any combination of muscles. I personally like supersetting two opposite muscle groups the best as it really requires you to push yourself harder and gives you that pump effect. Similarly a weight training terminology, a compound set refers to using two different exercises done consecutively to hit the same muscle group. An example …
The New Year Countdown Gym Workout
Welcome to the New Year Countdown Gym Workout! Of all the workouts lately, I think this must be the one I will remember for a long long time to come. Not just because of the name I coined, but more because of the excellent soreness I felt the very next day which lasted for 3 straight days! Be warned…this workout is definitely not for the faint-hearted…My New Year Countdown Gym Workout comprised a pectoral and lats superset. In layman terms, they refer to the chest and the upper back. In all honesty, I’ve not done a chest and back superset for …
Gym Workout: Three Sets Versus Four Sets
I’m starting my gym workouts in the new year using a three set system. This refers to doing only three sets per exercise. Normally I would do four sets per exercise but have since decided to stick to three for the next few weeks. Is a three set gym workout programme better than its four set cousin? Well, the truth is that there is no one more superior gym workout programme. It all depends on what you are looking for. I advise doing four sets per exercise should you want a more intense workout as you really max out your …
The 3 Lessons of Life I Learnt From Gym Workouts
I feel many people have misconceptions about others who work out in the gym. Okay, if you see someone prancing around in front of the mirror and hording it perpetually, that it’s probably because he is vain. But for the majority of us who work out often in the gym, the cold iron weights have certainly not made us a less feeling person. In fact, I would like to share with my readers the three lessons of life that my gym workouts over the years have instilled in me. Many times in life, we attempt to juggle so many …