Are you looking to gain weight and build muscle mass? If so, then you need to make sure that you are using the right personal training workouts.
There are a lot of different workouts that you can do to gain weight and build muscle mass.
However, not all of them are created equal. In this article, we will be discussing seven personal training workouts that are great for helping you gain weight and build muscle mass.
- Squats
Squats are one of the best exercises for gaining weight and building muscle mass. They work your entire lower body, including your quads, hamstrings, and glutes. They also help to increase your core strength and stability. Squats can be performed with a barbell, dumbbells, or kettlebells. If you are new to squats, it is best to start with bodyweight squats. Once you have mastered the bodyweight squat, you can move on to using weights.
To do a bodyweight squat, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands at your sides. Slowly lower yourself down by bending your knees, and keeping your weight in your heels. Once your thighs are parallel to the ground, press back up to the starting position.
- Deadlifts
Deadlifts are another great exercise for gaining weight and building muscle mass. They work all of the major muscle groups in your back, including your lats, traps, and erector spinae. They also help to increase your testosterone levels, which is important for gaining muscle mass.
The bench press is a great exercise for targeting your chest muscles. To perform a bench press, lie down on a flat bench and hold a barbell in your hands with your palms facing away from you. Lower the barbell down to your chest and then press it back up to the starting position.
To do a deadlift, stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands at your sides. Bend down and grip the barbell with an overhand grip, keeping your back straight. Keeping your back straight, drive your heels into the ground and stand up, pulling the barbell up to your hips. Lower the barbell back down to the ground and repeat.
- Pull-Ups
Pull-ups are a great exercise for targeting your back muscles. To perform a pull-up, grip a pull-up bar with your palms facing away from you and your hands shoulder-width apart. Hang from the bar and then pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar. Lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- Rows
Rows are a great exercise for targeting your back muscles. To perform a row, grip a barbell with your palms facing your legs and your hands shoulder-width apart. Bend your knees and lower your hips so that your torso is parallel to the floor. Row the barbell up to your chest and then lower it back down to the starting position.
- Military Presses
Military presses are a great exercise for targeting your shoulder muscles. To perform a military press, grip a barbell with your palms facing away from you and your hands shoulder-width apart. Press the barbell above your head and lower it back down to the starting position.
- Dips
Dips are a great exercise for targeting your triceps muscles. To perform a dip, grip the handles of a dip station and hang from the bar. Bend your knees and cross your ankles behind you. Lower your body down until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle, and then press yourself back up to the starting position.
Conclusion
If you are looking to gain weight and build muscle mass, working with a personal trainer can be a great way to help you reach your goals. A personal trainer can design a tailored workout program for you that includes exercises that are proven to help with weight gain and muscle building. In addition, a personal trainer can provide you with guidance and support throughout your journey, helping you to stay on track and motivated.
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