Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2469: Compound Before Isolation Lifts are the Best, Except When They're Not (Listener Live Coaching)
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Compound vs. Isolation Exercises
- Prioritize compound lifts before isolation exercises in your workout.
- If you struggle to feel a target muscle during compounds, do isolation exercises first.
Core Engagement
- Prioritize core engagement and bracing before compound lifts.
- This maximizes stability and mechanics, leading to better performance.
Mind-Muscle Connection
- Studies show that concentrating on the target muscle during an exercise increases muscle fiber activation.
- Isolation exercises help you feel the target muscle, improving compound lift technique.