If you want to know what the push pull legs routine is, how it works, and how to make it work for you, then you want to listen to this episode.
“Push pull legs” routines have been popular for decades now.
In fact, just about every time-proven strength and muscle-building program fits this basic mold, and that’s not likely to change.
My bestselling workout programs for men and women are also, essentially, push pull legs (PPL) routines with additional “accessory” (isolation) work to help bring up “stubborn” body parts.
The primary reasons push pull legs routines have stood the test of time are they train all major muscle groups, allow plenty of time for recovery, and can be tailored to fit different training goals, schedules, and histories.
They’re easy to understand, too.
At bottom, a push pull legs routine separates your major muscle groups into three different workouts:
Chest, shoulders, and triceps
Back and biceps (with a bit of hamstrings as well if you’re deadlifting)
Legs
And it has you train anywhere from 3 to 6 times per week, depending on how much abuse you’re willing to take, what you’re looking to achieve with your physique, and how much time you can spend in the gym each week.
So, if you’re looking to gain muscle and strength as quickly as possible, and if you’re not afraid of a bit of heavy compound weightlifting, then push pull legs might be your golden ticket.
And by the end of this episode, you’re going to know exactly how PPL works, who it is and isn’t best for, and how to create a customized routine that’ll work for you.
Let’s get to it.
TIME STAMPS
4:30 – What is the push pull legs routine?
8:23 – What are the benefits to the push pull legs routine?
12:27 – How do I make push pull legs work for me?
16:33 – How can I make a push pull routine?
20:19 – What is push legs pull?
22:58 – How do you continue making progress with these routines?
29:16 – Do you recommend any supplements?
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