Question
Someone at the gym told me that working all major muscle groups in one workout isn't a good idea. He suggested I do arms and legs two days a week and back and abs on two different days. What do you suggest?
Answer
Weightlifting workouts need to be practical and also fit your schedule, or you likely won't stick with them. Working all your major muscle groups — arms, legs, abdominals and back — on the same day can be effective and time efficient. However, alternating muscle groups on different days throughout the week can be equally as effective — if it fits your schedule. Studies do not show a clear advantage with one program over the other.
Last Updated: 11/07/2006
