Does it REALLY matter how my workout schedule's laid out?
myheartsabattleground
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Does it matter what muscle groups are worked on what day? Say I worked out every other day. 1 day arms / shoulders, one day back / abs, & 1 day butt / thigh / legs, with yoga on the occasional 4th day. Can I repeat the cycle or should I change it up every once in awhile?
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As long as you're giving those muscle groups time to rest, then you can use whatever layout you want. It usually takes a max of 48 hours for muscles to fully recover.1
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It does matter but if it's intelligently put together you don't have to change for change's sake0
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Regarding order of exercise: doesn't matter. A split routine (working specific muscle groups separately) is what a lot of bodybuilders use to limit fatigue, while using heavier weight. However, a lot of people use full body routines because they want to expend more energy during each workout. What matters most is having enough available complete amino acids in your system during the 12-48 hrs after lifting, and giving your muscles adequate recovery time.
Regarding routine cycle: definitely change your routine every 4-6 weeks. The human body is an incredibly adaptable machine. Progress will slow as soon as the body adapts to your routine.0
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