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Amber Sayer

Compound vs isolation exercises for building muscle

Dianna Falzarano performing compound exercises with dumbbells

Whether you're new to strength training or looking to shake up your routine, you'll have a choice; compound vs isolation exercises. These two training techniques have different benefits, and there'll be times you want to choose one over the other. 

Isolation exercises like biceps curls work specific muscles, while compound exercises engage several muscles simultaneously for a time-efficient workout. But that doesn't mean either is necessarily better for you to hit your fitness goals. 

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