Saturday, January 10, 2009

Chest Building Exercises

By Jason King

When it comes to building a solid wall of muscle on your chest there are a few misconceptions floating about. To get a solid chiseled look it takes a lot of work that is disciplined. Many body builders are under the impression that the best way to do this is through bench presses. While this exercise does in fact work the pectoral muscles there are other exercises needed to get a truly refined look.

To build a well defined chest you should add the exercises below to your routine.

Low Cable crossovers are an inner pectoral exercise, the key is the correct amount of tension High cable crossovers can also be used as an alternative.

The inner pecs are also given a good workout with close-grip bench presses, and they also give a good workout to the triceps. Wide grip bench presses will give yoru outer pectorals a good workout.

The inner pectorals can also be given a good workout with dumbbell flyers. Alternate this on incline, decline, and flat bench. Dips, depending on elbow position, you can work either the inner or the outer Pecs.

When you vary your routines with these exercises it will help to prevent you from reaching a plateau in your training. You must remember to add enough rest between your workouts, and eat enough to make your chest grow.

When you are building muscle, nutrition is as important as weight lifting. When you lift weights, you are actually tearing muscle tissue. The muscles are repaired with what food put into your body. Extra vitamins and minerals are essential when you're exercising regularly.

Water is also important for any workout routine. The human body needs water to provide nutrients to the cells, process waste, and keep the internal body temperature regulated. Along with all of these, water acts as a cushion for the joints and offers protection for the important internal organs. It is important to increase your daily fluid intake, as intensive workouts can easily deplete vital fluid levels.

Your body regenerates and heals itself while you are sleeping, this means that plenty of quality sleep is needed to prevent your efforts in the gym going to waste. Muscles are also around 80% water and they will not grow if you don't drink enough of it.

Combine all of these elements and you will quickly build your muscles and have the strong, toned chest you desire. Just remember you need a good workout routine, plenty of sleep and a diet filled with the right foods. - 15438

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