Can you give me examples of isolation and compound exercises?
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Here are examples of isolation and compound exercises:
Isolation Exercises
- Bicep Curl: Targets the biceps specifically by moving the forearm.
- Tricep Extension: Focuses on the triceps by extending the arm.
- Leg Extension: Isolates the quadriceps by extending the knee.
- Leg Curl: Works the hamstrings by flexing the knee.
- Lateral Raise: Engages the deltoids by raising the arms sideways.
Compound Exercises
- Squats: Engages multiple muscle groups, including quads, hamstrings, glutes, and core.
- Deadlifts: Works the back, glutes, hamstrings, and core.
- Bench Press: Involves the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- Pull-Ups: Targets the back, biceps, and core.
- Shoulder Press: Works the shoulders, triceps, and upper chest.
In your workouts, combining these types of exercises can be effective for hypertrophy, as discussed by in his exploration of resistance training and muscle time under tension 1.
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