The Push Pull Leg Split

The push pull legs split is a type of training program that is divided into three distinct workouts.

– Put simply, when you are pushing, the pulling muscles are relaxed. – When you are pulling, your pushing muscles are relaxed. This way, you can be sure that you are training in a balanced and well-rounded way for your upper body.

Why The Push Pull Legs Split Works

Generally, the push muscles involve the chest, anterior shoulders, and triceps. You can use horizontal or vertical pressing movements to target them.

What Are The “Push” Muscles?

– The pulling muscles of your upper body include your back (rhomboids, trapezius, latissimus dorsi, posterior shoulders) and your biceps. – Just like the push, these exercises can be divided into horizontal and vertical pulling.

What Are The “Pull” Muscles?

These muscles include quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves.  Knee flexion and hip extension exercises target them best.

What Are The “Leg” Muscles?

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