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Jessica Downey

What is the viral 4-2-1 workout method? Here's what you need to know about the fitness split taking over TikTok

A woman's back muscle.

There’s always a new workout split trending online, promising better gains, fat loss, or smarter recovery, from the 3-2-1 method to the 6-12-25 method. Now, the 4-2-1 method is having its viral moment on TikTok.

This weekly split is designed to help you build muscle, burn fat, and improve mobility. It’s simple: four strength days, two cardio sessions, and one day focused on mobility. And while it’s all over social media, many trainers have backed this approach for years.

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