Push–pull workout

Push–pull workout

Push–pull is a method of arranging a weight training routine so that exercises alternate between push motions and pull motions.

Push–pull supersets

A Push-Pull superset is two complementary segments (one pull/one push, same target muscles) done back-to-back. An example is bench Press (push) / bent-over row (pull).

Push days/pull days

Another push–pull technique is to arrange workout routines so that one day involves only push exercises, and an alternate day only pull exercises. An example is

Push Day
*Bench press
*Leg press

Pull Day
*Bent-over row
*Leg Curl


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