How to bring up lagging body parts?

To bring up lagging body parts, experts from the Mind Pump Podcast offer several key strategies:

1. Increase Frequency, Not Intensity: Train the lagging body part more often, but manage the intensity to avoid overtraining. For instance, instead of doing biceps twice a week with high volume, try training them three times a week with lower volume per session 1.

2. Redistribute Total Volume: Avoid simply adding more volume to your workouts, which can lead to overtraining. Instead, redistribute volume from body parts that don't need as much attention to the lagging parts. This helps maintain an overall manageable training load 2 3.

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     Frequency Over Volume

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     Volume Management Mistakes

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     Mind Muscle Connection

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     Weak Point Training

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     Muscle Connection Techniques

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     Lagging Body Parts

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3. Prioritize in Your Workout: Start your workout by training the lagging body part first when your energy levels and focus are highest. This can help improve the engagement and development of that muscle 4.

4. Focus on the Mind-Muscle Connection: Developing a strong connection to the muscle being worked is crucial. Concentrate on feeling the muscle during exercises through proper posture, mechanics, and isolation exercises. This connection often translates to better muscle growth 5 3.

5. Choose the Right Exercises: Sometimes, poor exercise selection is the issue. Experiment with different exercises that better target the lagging muscle, and don't be afraid to switch things up if current exercises aren't yielding results 6.

By increasing frequency, redistributing volume, prioritizing specific muscles, focusing on connection, and selecting appropriate exercises, you can effectively target and bring up lagging body parts.