Flex 2018-03-01 Flex Magazine | Page 101

BARBELL SQUAT While the squat is thought of as a power-building move to help you gain size, it’s also important to anyone who wants to develop the shape of the lower body for symmetry purposes. Layug reminds you that you’re not limited to just a barbell. “So many variations to perform can accommodate beginners to advanced fitness athletes. You can use body weight or dumbbells.” She also advocates determining whether a wide or narrow stance benefits you best. LEG KICKBACK ON BENCH Serious concentration is required with this to achieve maximum benefits. Layug calls this a staple exercise. “It activates the glutes specifically and involves the hamstrings as well as improves hip extension.” LAYUG’S SAMPLE LEG WORKOUT LAYUG’S WEEKLY TRAINING SPLIT EXERCISE SETS REPS Barbell Squat 4 10, 12, 15, 20 3 Single-leg Stiff-leg Deadlift or Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift Monday Chest, triceps Tuesday Hamstrings, glutes Wednesday Shoulders Thursday Back, biceps Friday Quads, hamstrings 4 Saturday Cardio only 4 Sunday Rest 4 4 15 12, 15, 20, 20 FLEXONLINE.COM 99