It really depends on the lifter. For a newer lifter, I would have them do a lot more Single joint exercises then someone that's been in the game for 5-10 years. Single joint exercises don't have any really carry over to the big 3, but they add size which is what a new lifter needs the most. But if you've been in the game for a decade, small muscle movements can be put on the back burner during the strength cycle.
Personally, both direct upper and lower back exercises as indeed aided tremendously with the squat. Including, bicep curls (and forearm exercises) as personally proven advantageous for the bench; at least, at the current moment.
I found that after switching from a low intensity/high volume 3 day full body to a 4 day split with high intensity/lower volume on the comp lifts, that single joint movements don't add much to the main lifts. However,, it seems like a good way to keep overall volume high and stress down. I've experienced a different hypertrophy response especially in the upperbody and my work capacity seems to benefit from the lighter high rep work. Theres also the factor of psychiological relief when the job interferes with training by adding high levels of stress from time to time.
I used to think not at all. That rows were enough. But I have come to believe for myself anyway that occasional curling for reps is good for the bicep tendon. I learned the hard way.
@@jimhollywood2763 How heavy were you rowing when you learned the hard way? I mean if rows don't work biceps then you would be able to do pullovers with your row weight.
No, shit form and overdeveloping your chest, shoulders and triceps will lead to shoulder problems. Just take care not to build strength in faulty movement patterns, do some mobility and you'll be fine.
It really depends on the lifter. For a newer lifter, I would have them do a lot more Single joint exercises then someone that's been in the game for 5-10 years. Single joint exercises don't have any really carry over to the big 3, but they add size which is what a new lifter needs the most. But if you've been in the game for a decade, small muscle movements can be put on the back burner during the strength cycle.
Personally, both direct upper and lower back exercises as indeed aided tremendously with the squat. Including, bicep curls (and forearm exercises) as personally proven advantageous for the bench; at least, at the current moment.
I found that after switching from a low intensity/high volume 3 day full body to a 4 day split with high intensity/lower volume on the comp lifts, that single joint movements don't add much to the main lifts. However,, it seems like a good way to keep overall volume high and stress down. I've experienced a different hypertrophy response especially in the upperbody and my work capacity seems to benefit from the lighter high rep work. Theres also the factor of psychiological relief when the job interferes with training by adding high levels of stress from time to time.
4:24 Is that the Form RTS recommends on OHP or is it due to his mobility?
Was about to comment on it then I saw this
he cant lockout cause of the ceiling height obv
Hi Mike, you would do reverse hypers instead of stiff leg deadlifts to work ham/flutes without loading the back.
Thanks.
Do u think bicep curls are essential for healthy bicep tendons?
Or helpful? Or even useless?
Any type of pull up/chin or row is enough IMHO.
I used to think not at all. That rows were enough. But I have come to believe for myself anyway that occasional curling for reps is good for the bicep tendon. I learned the hard way.
@@jimhollywood2763 How heavy were you rowing when you learned the hard way? I mean if rows don't work biceps then you would be able to do pullovers with your row weight.
Not doing direct back work leads to Shoulder problems
No, shit form and overdeveloping your chest, shoulders and triceps will lead to shoulder problems. Just take care not to build strength in faulty movement patterns, do some mobility and you'll be fine.