Plus: Dorian Yates' Leg Exercises June 07, 2024 | [Read Online]( [The Ripped Report Logo] POWERED BY: Todayâs newsletter is sponsored by LMNT. For a limited time, get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any drink mix purchase. [Head here]( for more. Hereâs what we have for you: - Four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutlerâs top three dumbbell exercises for biceps development - Ph.D. sports physiologist Dr. Mike Israetel breaks down three movements for back and shoulder hypertrophy - The leg workout legendary bodybuilder Dorian Yates performs to build robust legs in his 60s WORKOUT 3 Biceps Builders Credit: Jay Cutler / Instagram Strong biceps aren't just aesthetically pleasing â they enhance functionality and upper body strength. The best part? Achieving muscular arms doesn't require sophisticated equipment, either. Jay Cutler, a four-time Mr. Olympia champion boasting 22.5-inch biceps, demonstrates that effective biceps growth can be achieved with just three simple dumbbell exercises. Cutler's biceps training method stands out for its focus on movements that guarantee optimal muscle contraction. He particularly favors the single-arm dumbbell preacher curl, which allows for complete elbow flexion and extension, effectively isolating the biceps and engaging all muscle fibers. He stresses the importance of a full range of motion to achieve a deep stretch and maximum contraction. Discover the scientific principles behind the three dumbbell exercises that Cutler endorses for the biceps. [Get the Moves]( FROM OUR SPONSOR Sweat Season is Here Ahh, summer. A time of sun, fun, andâ¦fatigue? Sweaty days are here to stay for the time being, so that means staying on top of your electrolytes game is essential. And that goes for aspiring all-star athletes and daily commuters alike. Hereâs how to do it: Get LMNT, a [tasty electrolyte drink mix]( that helps replace vital electrolytes without the sugar and dodgy ingredients. This stuffâs the real deal. No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. No junk, period. Even better? For a limited time, you can get a free 8-count [LMNT sample pack]( with any drink mix purchase. Thatâs rightâall the flavors (like the superrr-refreshing Watermelon) for free. [Recover like a champ.]( TRAINING Competition Ready Credit: Renaissance Periodization / YouTube Broad shoulders enhance your physique and are crucial for executing push movements; a strong back, on the other hand, is often the key to winning bodybuilding competitions. Dr. Mike Israetel, a Ph.D. in sports physiology, is preparing for a bodybuilding contest and has shared three essential moves heâs doing to develop the back and deltoids. A significant aspect of Dr. Israetel's regimen includes extensive warm-ups before proceeding to his working sets, emphasizing the importance of preparing the muscles for intense activity. Heâs cautious not to train to the point of failure to avoid unnecessary fatigue. Additionally, Dr. Israetel employs innovative techniques, such as adjusting his stance during cable lateral raises with a free-motion Y-raise to maximally engage the lateral deltoids. Watch as the exercise scientist divulges his methods and offers a detailed breakdown of each exercise. [Learn the Routine]( BODYBUILDING Big Legs, But No Squats? Credit: @thedorianyates / Instagram Dorian Yates, a six-time Mr. Olympia, was instrumental in defining the "mass monster" era that prevailed in bodybuilding during the '90s and '00s. Now, at 62, he continues his rigorous training, albeit with significant modifications from the days of performing 1500-pound leg presses. Today, Yates' evolved leg day routine is streamlined and focuses on four exercises. This new protocol focuses on bodyweight squats, along with a few isolation machine movements that target his quads and hamstrings. Traditional squats and any form of isolation exercise for the calves are no more. Learn more about âThe Shadowâsâ training methodology, including the rationale behind his structured approach, the specific sets and rep scheme, and the exercises he enhances with drop sets. [Read More]( THE DROP SET Beefed-Up Delts & Traps Credit: Chris Bumstead / YouTube - Five-time Classic Physique Olympia champ Chris Bumstead discusses his 2024 Olympia prep in an interview. [See his plans]( to become the âMichael Jordanâ of bodybuilding. - Menâs Open bodybuilder Hunter Labrada completed his final leg workout before his next competition with Classic Physique bodybuilder Terrence Ruffin. Watch Labradaâs final off-season leg workout before the 2024 Italy Pro [here](. - The upright row is excellent for engaging your upper back and deltoids. [Learn]( the ends and outs of this movement to build beefy traps and shoulders. [fb]( [tw]( [ig]( [yt]( [Advertise with us]( Update your email preferences or unsubscribe [here]( © 2024 The Ripped Report 228 Park Ave S, #29976, New York, New York 10003, United States [[beehiiv logo]Powered by beehiiv](