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Hardgainer Bodybuilding & Weightlifting FAQ, by Frank J. Kelly
and Craig R. Sadler with numerous contributions by others.
4.1 Why do I have to use the Squat and/or the Deadlift?
Well you don't HAVE to use the Squat or Deadlift.
That is unless you want to get as big as possible as quickly as
possible. These exercises are the toughest to do, because you
can really move a lot of weight in them for a lot of reps. This
is because they use the strongest muscle complexes in the body:
thighs, gluteals, back structure where 70% of your muscle mass
resides. Naturally by inspiring gains here, a 'spill-over' will
occur in the other exercises such as the bench press, arm curl
etc.
Without these exercises, gains will be possible
but not near half as quickly as they will be with them. Some
people will shy away from them because of the intensity of
effort required (they will also be some of the weaker members
in the gym compared with those who use the Squat and DL for
a couple of intense work sets during the week). Next time you
are in the gym see who does the Squat and the Deadlift(DL) and
see who doesn't, then compare muscle mass! :-)
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