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Effective Workout Split Routines

The document outlines two workout split routines for training every muscle twice a week: a Push/Pull/Legs (PPL) split for 6 days and an Upper/Lower split for 4 days. Each routine includes specific exercises for each day, emphasizing the importance of warming up, cooling down, and maintaining proper form. Key notes include recommendations on sets, reps, progressive overload, and recovery for optimal muscle growth and strength.

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Effective Workout Split Routines

The document outlines two workout split routines for training every muscle twice a week: a Push/Pull/Legs (PPL) split for 6 days and an Upper/Lower split for 4 days. Each routine includes specific exercises for each day, emphasizing the importance of warming up, cooling down, and maintaining proper form. Key notes include recommendations on sets, reps, progressive overload, and recovery for optimal muscle growth and strength.

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Workout Split Routine: Train Every

Muscle Twice a Week


Choose the split that best fits your schedule and preferences. Remember to warm up before
and cool down after each session.

Option 1: Push/Pull/Legs (PPL) Split - 6 Days a Week


This split allows for high frequency and dedicated focus on each muscle group.
Day Focus Key Exercises (Examples)
Monday Push A Barbell Bench Press, Incline
DB Press, Overhead Press,
Lateral Raises, Triceps
Pushdowns, Overhead DB
Extension
Tuesday Pull A Deadlifts, Lat Pulldowns,
Bent-Over Barbell Rows,
Seated Cable Rows, Face
Pulls, Barbell Bicep Curls,
Hammer Curls
Wednesday Legs A Barbell Squats, Leg Press,
Romanian Deadlifts (RDLs),
Leg Extensions, Leg Curls,
Standing Calf Raises, Seated
Calf Raises
Thursday Push B Dumbbell Bench Press,
Machine Chest Press,
Dumbbell Shoulder Press,
Cable Flyes, Close Grip Bench
Press, Triceps Overhead
Extension
Friday Pull B Pull-ups/Assisted Pull-ups,
T-Bar Rows, Single-Arm DB
Rows, Reverse Pec Deck
Flyes, EZ Bar Curls,
Concentration Curls
Saturday Legs B Goblet Squats/Front Squats,
Bulgarian Split Squats, Glute
Ham Raise/Hyperextensions,
Walking Lunges, Calf Press
Sunday Rest Active Recovery or Full Rest
Option 2: Upper/Lower Split - 4 Days a Week
A great option for hitting muscles twice a week with more rest days.
Day Focus Key Exercises (Examples)
Monday Upper A Barbell Bench Press,
Bent-Over Barbell Rows,
Overhead Press, Lat
Pulldowns, DB Incline Press,
Barbell Bicep Curls, Triceps
Pushdowns, Face Pulls
Tuesday Lower A Barbell Squats, Romanian
Deadlifts (RDLs), Leg Press,
Leg Extensions, Lying Leg
Curls, Standing Calf Raises,
Plank
Wednesday Rest Full Rest
Thursday Upper B Pull-ups/Assisted Pull-ups, DB
Shoulder Press, Seated Cable
Rows, DB Flat Bench Press,
DB Lateral Raises, Hammer
Curls, Overhead DB Extension
Friday Lower B Deadlifts, Lunges, Glute
Bridge/Hip Thrusts, Seated Leg
Curls, Hack Squat/Goblet
Squat, Seated Calf Raises,
Cable Crunches
Saturday Rest Full Rest
Sunday Rest Full Rest
Important Notes:
●​ Sets & Reps: Aim for 3-4 sets per exercise, 6-12 reps for muscle growth, or 3-6 reps for
strength.
●​ Progressive Overload: Gradually increase weight, reps, or sets over time.
●​ Form: Always prioritize proper exercise form.
●​ Recovery: Ensure adequate sleep and nutrition (especially protein intake).

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