These Workouts are Dead

Bodybuilding splits. These were made really popular with Arnold and his buddies. And because everyone wanted to look like them, their style of working out became very popular. Unfortunately you see most people following something similar even today.

There's a day for chest, back, arms, shoulders, and legs. Heck, I say why stop there! I propose we add a day for hands, fingers, feet, and toes. That way we hit EVERY muscle!

Please note the sarcasm.

Our bodies are not designed to move in segments. It is designed to work as one unit. So, why would you train your body in segments?

I strongly believe if your primary goal is fat loss, then you should use total body workouts, and maybe even upper/lower splits. The same even goes for muscle and strength gains.

Let me ask you this: if you are trying to lose fat, which workout would allow you to burn the most calories and elevate your metabolism post exercise?

A) Squats, chin ups, lunges, and overhead press, or
B) Bench press, DB flys, machine chest press, and tricep kickbacks

The answer is most certainly A. You stimulate every muscle in your body with that workout. Please keep that in mind the next time you're in the gym.

Tell me your thoughts!