Not only can they save you workout time by utilising multi-joint movements, hitting multiple muscle groups all at once, but ...

Compound exercises are multi-joint moves that use several muscle groups at once. For example, the squat uses the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, calves and core muscles at the same time.

This week, we'll dive into the benefits of multi-joint training, and I'll introduce an exercise that demonstrates this concept. Back in the day, single-joint isolation exercise was all the rage.

It combines a pushup with a barbell clean and press, two multi-joint movements that are no joke when performed alone. Related: THE 21-DAY METASHRED—an At-Home Body-Shredding Program From Men’s ...