So, I've successfully implemented my push/pull program (now about a month and half, and the lower push/pull I started about 2 months ago). I've made amazing gains, and I'm loving using absolutely zero isolation movements.
However, I've encountered a little problem now (at least I think so). I'm switching over to my program B, which contains all different exercises. Now, prior to this program one of my training days was chest/back. For chest I did 3 exercises, one from each angle (flat, incline, and decline). In this new program, it worked conveniently that these 3 exercises made up my horizontal push. However, my decline chest movement in program B is chest dips, which would fall under vertical push.
Now, I know that the idea is to not focus on "muscle groups" but planes of motion and mechanics, but I still want to make sure I'm covering everything evenly in terms of muscles. So, if I move dips to vertical push that would take out one of those movements, which are typically shoulder-dominant movements, thus giving me an imbalance. Also, unless I wanted to add a fourth chest-dominant movement, the vacant horizontal push would probably be taken by close-grip bench, or something similar, but, despite what internet sites say, I always saw that movement as more isolation than compound (for the triceps). I want only compound.
So, my question is -- should I add dips to vertical push, but keep my already-used 3 shoulder-dominant movements? Also, for horizontal push, what would you suggest I put in the vacant spot, bearing in mind I don't want isolation?
For this program, here's what I was planning on using for said training:
Horiztona Push: DB Floor Press; Incline Bench; ?????
Vertical Push: Push Press; BB Shoulder Press; Corner Press (performed from a kneeled position (before I performed it standing); dips
I know I'm probably overthinking this, but I just want to make sure I'm covering everything evenly. Thanks everyone!
DISCLAIMER:
All health, fitness, diet, nutrition & supplement information presented on IronMagazineForums.com's pages is intended as an educational resource and is not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice. We do not condone the use of anabolic steroids (AAS), all information about AAS is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Consult your physician or health care professional before performing any of the exercises, or following any diet, nutrition or supplement advice described on this website. As well as any exercise technique or regimen, diet, supplement, etc., particularly if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you are elderly or have chronic or recurring medical conditions. Discontinue any exercise that causes you pain or severe discomfort and consult a medical expert. The statements made about products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (U.S.). They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Please consult with your own physician or health care practitioner regarding the suggestions and recommendations made at IronMagazineForums.com. Neither the author of the information, nor the producer, nor distributors of such information make any warranty of any kind in regard to the content of the information presented on this website. Except as specifically stated on this site, neither IronMagazineForums.com, nor any of its authors or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of, or in connection with the use of this site. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. Sponsors pay for advertising space, we have no affiliation with the companies that have banners displayed on our websites. Please be advised it is your responsibility to check the laws that govern your country, state, or province in regards to items offered by some companies you may read about on this site.