Functional Strength Training
The discussion highlights the limitations of muscle activation studies, emphasizing that just because a muscle lights up during an exercise doesn't guarantee strength or functional gains. Sal argues that compound movements like squats and deadlifts provide far greater benefits than isolation exercises such as leg extensions or curls. Adam shares his personal experience of improving his leg strength significantly after focusing solely on compound lifts for several months, illustrating the effectiveness of functional training.In this clip
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1730: The Eight Most Overrated Exercises
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Will I get gains from switching to barbell squatting and lunging with weights after previously doing a lot of machine work for legs, including leg extensions and hamstring curls, as discussed in the episode 1730: The Eight Most Overrated Exercises and the clip Functional Strength Training?
I previously did a lot of machine work for legs, including leg extensions and hamstring curls. Now I'm moving to barbell squatting and lunging with weights. Will I get gains from switching to this routine?
Should I expect to be stronger at leg curls or leg extensions after watching the episode 1730: The Eight Most Overrated Exercises and the clip Functional Strength Training?