Training for a big lift
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There are three points to take under consideration when building a bigger lift. In order of importance they will be technique, training the primary muscles and the training cycle/program. A day or so earlier I mentioned technique as being vital to building a bigger lift. This time around we’ll discuss, however briefly, training the primary muscles involved in the lift.
Training the prime movers
The first task that needs to be accomplished is identifying the major muscles used in the lift. A good anatomy book will provide an abundance of information on what muscles are involved in moving the weight. But, and this is a big but, these books are so filled with ‘stuff’ that most people find them hard to digest. Separation of the important from the fluff is what we are looking for. Personally I normally just want to know which darn muscles do the most in the exercise.
A couple of the recommended books that will not only point out the major muscles used but illustrate them as well are The Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning by Baechle and Earle, Muscles: testing and function with posture and pain by Kendal, et al, Strength Training Anatomy by Delavier and Grays Anatomy-not the TV show dummy-the book.
After determining these muscles then it’s time to figure out a program that will enhance their capacities for exerting more strength and power. The well established reps, sets, work to rest ratios; intensities and so on will set this process up for a successful outcome.
It’s not all just lifting is it?
 | Author: | Danny ODell (Danny ODell's profile, Danny ODell's blog) |
 | Posted On: | Sunday, 21st October '07, 9:53pm |
 | Tags: | Bodybuilding, Strength Training, Training, Training Programs and Weight Training |
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