3. The Heavyweight Obsession
Now we may have just highlighted why lifting heavier weight can be great for muscle growth and functional strength, but there comes a point when relying too much on powerlifting tactics can backfire. If you’re relying solely on heavy lifting to look cut out of granite then you’re neglecting the biggest point of bodybuilding. As mentioned before, volume is going to help your gains, specifically when we’re talking about sculpting your muscle. Sure, the heavier weight will cause your muscle to grow, but for example, if you want your biceps to look like mountain peaks, then you’re going to have to do some volume training for hypertrophy. Simply put, too much of one thing is no good when it comes to being a powerlifter/bodybuilder hybrid.
