release of anabolic hormones
You may have heard that compound exercises, those that work more than one muscle group at the same time, boosts the release of anabolic hormones that aid in muscle growth. How much truth is there to this idea? Is the anabolic benefits of compound exercises a myth?
It’s easier to build muscle if you have a hormonal environment that favors muscle hypertrophy. Curious as to what hormones play an anabolic, or muscle-building, role in your body? Here are three you should be aware of.
Heavy resistance training with an emphasis on large muscle groups supposedly leads to larger gains in strength and muscle mass due to a greater release of anabolic hormones – but does it really? Some research suggests that the “anabolic advantage,” that comes from greater post-workout hormone release is actually a myth. Is there any truth to this?
