When most people think of building muscle, they picture heavy barbells, max-out sets, and pushing your limits under a heavily loaded squat rack. But according to Arnold Schwarzenegger – who knows a thing or two about muscle – lifting heavy isn’t the only pathway to gains. In his most recent Pump Club Newsletter, he’s shared a full-body workout using a pair of dumbbells, using one of his favourite training techniques that can help build serious muscle.
“Intensity is the name of the game for results – but that doesn’t mean you need to go heavy every workout or even require a lot of equipment,” he writes. "Mechanical drop sets allow you to hit failure without changing weights – just by tweaking the movement. This keeps intensity high and prioritizes efficiency so you can work hard, feel accomplished, and get on with your day.”
