Maximizing Back Muscle Growth: A Comprehensive Workout Guide
Introduction:
Achieving a powerful and well-defined back akin to a king cobra requires a strategic approach. Understanding the anatomy and function of various back muscles, along with utilizing diverse exercise angles, is pivotal for hypertrophy. This guide outlines a back workout regimen designed to enhance mass, width, and strength through a combination of compound and isolated movements.
Key Concepts:
1. Tempo: Employing a controlled movement with a full range of motion, emphasizing a 1-2 second hold at peak contraction.
2. Effort: Structuring sets to balance targeted repetitions (6-7/10 difficulty) with sets pushing to failure (8-9/10 difficulty).
3. Rest: Incorporating adequate rest periods (2-3 minutes between sets) to optimize muscle recovery and performance.
Workout Plan:
Exercise | Sets | Reps |
---|---|---|
Lat Pulldowns | 4 | 2 sets of 12-15 |
2 sets to failure | ||
Wide Grip Rows | 4 | 2 sets of 12-15 |
2 sets to failure | ||
Cable Face Pulls | 3 | 1 set of 15 |
2 sets to failure | ||
Cable Lat Pullovers | 3 | 1 set of 12 |
2 sets to failure | ||
Rear Delt Flys | 3 | 1 set of 15 |
2 sets to failure | ||
Shrugs (Machine or Dumbbells) | 3 | 1 set of 12 |
2 sets of 10 |