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Muscle Building Plan for Beginners

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The muscle building workout plan for beginners combines proven mass building exercises with current bodybuilding techniques. The muscle building workout can be performed at home with a barbell, dumbbells, and an adjustable bench. The muscle building workout plan will build strength and muscle mass. Follow the muscle building plan for four weeks. Perform the workout three, non-consecutive days per week. Utilize a spotter when attempting heavy lifts.

Workout

Barbell Forward Lunge

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Equipment

  • Barbell

Muscle Groups

  • Abs & Core
  • Hips & Buttocks
  • Legs

Purposes

  • Leg strength
  • Glute strength
Sets Reps Distance Duration
2 10
Tempo Intensity (% of Max) Weight Load Rest Period
Moderate 90 sec

Description

  • With the barbell on your upper back, step one foot forward about 18-24 inches.
  • Immediately bend the knees and descend onto the front leg, allowing the back knee to come close to the ground.
  • Keep the weight on the front heel and maintain a straight torso.
  • Push back up with the front heel and return to the standing position.

ProTip

  • Move smoothly and keep a straight posture

Mistakes

  • Not stepping onto the heel and rolling toward the ball of the front foot
  • Not keeping the front foot flat on the ground
  • Allowing the front knee to move too far beyond the toes
  • Pointing the front knee to one side
  • Rounding the back