This week has been mainly focusing on large compound movements.
I warmed up on the Leg press, followed by my working sets and then onto BB squats and Straight Leg Deadlifts.
Both squats and DL were done for 8-10 reps, 4 sets. Go as heavy as possible for the reps and sets and you WILL feel it.
Compound movements are great for preparing the body, muscles and tendons for more focused weeks to follow.
After the key exercises I finished off my legs and calves and then ended with a 15 HIIT on the stepper.
I will continue to do short HIIT workouts throughout my bulk as they actually prove very effective in improving muscle mass, plus it will make cutting much easier if my heart can actually cope with cardio haha. HIIT workouts may not be pleasant but they DO work and are great for pushing your body into a anaerobic state which it is unlikely to enter often.
An effective HIIT should be no longer than 20 minutes, 25 minutes is absolute max if you are giving your hardest performance.
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