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anyone do like 80% or more compound lifts? what do you think about it?

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keccers pfp

It’s a great way to quickly see n00b gains as a beginner. Why Stronglifts is one of the most popular programs for a new lifter. Anyone beyond beginner will probably want accessories for reasons already stated by @phil

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After 4-5 yrs of lifting I’ve realized cardio, mobility and nutrition are more important for wellbeing So I mainly focus on compound lifts

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it is a balance compound lifts are very important, but certain muscle groups like shoulders and hips require dedicated attention to avoid imbalance and injury

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With CrossFit, yes all the time. I think the answer depends most on what you want out of the training. Compound movements do a great job of prepping me for most of my sports which is what I lift for.

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Serra Sa pfp

I did this and saw a big difference in overall strength. But also developed a bit of an imbalance where one side was stronger than the other. So now adding lots of single leg stuff to adjust 😫

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It’s mainly what I do now because I’ve always been skinny and am trying to bulk. Found I need more rest days than I thought I would

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Yes, and I like it. I use variations for better hypertrophy outcomes (ie close stance high bar squat, close grip bench, RDL) but nearly everything is with a barbell I think it’s often more effective for people because it’s easier to load and progress than dbs or machines

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Used to do it. Got really ripped (which admittedly means “somewhat defined” since I’m a skinny Jewish guy). Switched to CrossFit bc I was bored and didn’t want to have to spend so much time planning my own workouts. Herniated a disc. Back to old people workouts.

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Doing compound lifts correctly with targeted variations is the most efficient way to increase strength while maintaining functionality of important accessory muscles. Variations like conv. straight-bar deadlift->sumo->trap bar->split stance trap bar etc. Targeted warmup and well planned compound progression is 🔑

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Im all about compound lifts/movements. I then add 1-2 muscle group movements as supplemental workouts in circuit or HIT from for strength and endurance.

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General Ism pfp

I don’t lift anymore (running now), but used to almost entirely perform compound lifts. It’s hard not to become an absolute animal when all you do are squats, presses (chest and shoulder), and deadlifts.

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It depends on your time and desired outcome. If you have 1 hour or less & are motivated by aesthetic results, 80% compound is fine. If you’re training for a competitive sport & need certain acute muscle groups to function at top performance, then you prolly should be more intricate in your regiment.

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I have in the past. Usually when I’ve been on 5x5s but it didn’t feel sustainable at least lifting that way. I prefer a good mix of things to hit other muscle groups differently.

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when i used to lift i mostly did compound lifts. now i just do calisthenics (included weighted and difficult variations though, both upper and lower body) and cardio, which includes some aggressive stuff, not just running. (grappling, weighted runs, sand, mountains etc)

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Used to be the meat and potatoes of all my workouts, but as I’ve aged, not getting hurt has become my single biggest priority More focused on incline dumbbell bench than flat bench Sub Romanian dumbbell deadlifts for barbell Front squat into of back squats

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Did this for a long time, but eventually got kind of bored. I also find it very hard to do compounds and achieve my physique goals, because you generally need to eat more to recover which is hard to do and stay lean. Recently have started doing a mix of compounds, kettlebells, and Z2/Z5 cardio training. Loving it.

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powerbuilding (powerlifting + bodybuilding) is great to get the best of both worlds compound movements will help you fatigue your muscles in a short time and then your fatigued muscles can be taken to failure (which is good) through isolation movements

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i believe you have to do at least 50-60% compound lifts for overall strength and stability, but you should also incorporate some machines at the end of the workout for the final touch to the muscles💪🏼

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Depends on the purpose. I’ve been doing 75-90% compound lifts for 20+ years and can’t imagine ever changing. Worked in the English Premier League and NBA and would say around 80% compound lifts and targeted core + pre/rehab with %. Strength athletes probably need more isolation work

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