Putting The Big Lifts Into Practice

Get the size, strength or fat loss results you want by using the three big lifts in a smart training plan.

Do I need to different moves depending on my primary training goal?

The exercises that should make up each training session don’t really change whether you’re training for more strength, increased muscle mass (hypertrophy) or fat loss. In all three scenarios the three big lifts, as well as a few key other ones including the overhead press and bent over row, should feature. What does change, however, is how long you rest between sets, and consequently the weight you have on the bar.

How do I build strength and muscle size?