WEEK 2 | DAY 4 UPPER BODY 20231231
WEEK 2 | DAY 4
Main Lift:
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Bench Press - Heavy Single
- Warm-up gradually, then work up to your heavy single rep. REMEMBER, this doesn't need to be a PR. We are just looking for 90%+
- Focus on maintaining proper form even with heavier weights.
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Bench Press - Close Grip
- 3x6x65%-70%
Auxiliary Work:
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Dumbbell Floor Press- 4x8-10 reps
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Dips- 3 sets to failure (8-12 if possible)
- Alternative- Box dips
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Overhead Dumbbell Tricep Extension 3x10
Finisher:
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Lat Side Raises
- Warm-up: 1 set of 15 reps with lighter weight, followed by another set of 15 reps with slightly increased weight.
- 1 final round of 20 reps (make these count!)
Ab Burner:
Choose two exercises from the following to create a quick but intense ab burner circuit:
Russian Twists
- 3 sets of 20 reps (10 each side)
- Use a weight or medicine ball to increase intensity.
Hanging Leg Raises
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Engages lower abs and core stability.
Plank Variations
- Hold a plank for maximum duration (aim for 60 seconds or more).
- Alternate with side planks or plank variations like plank with shoulder taps for added challenge.
Mountain Climbers
- 3 sets of 30 seconds to 1 minute
- Maintain a fast pace to engage the core and elevate heart rate.
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