Are you a bodybuilder looking to add a bit of tightness to your frame as the upcoming contest looms closer and closer? Are you looking for ways to tighter up your legs, abs, and other muscle groups? If so, you may want to consider adding sprints to your routine in the last 4 to 6 weeks before a show. Let’s look at some of the reasons why these may be beneficial. Muscle group development Sprints build up a great of muscle groups in the body. The legs have to pump very quickly, which brings out detail in the hamstrings, calves, and quadriceps. The back and chest will be contracted as the flexed arms pump your upper body. Additionally, the abdominals (upper, lower, and serratus) receive a workout in a manner which just cannot be provided by ...

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Q:  Is there anything out there that talks about the most effective cardio for bodybuilders? I want to try some different, untraditional forms, and I'm not sure if it is going to serve me well in contest prep. Can you rate cardio forms? A: That's a great question because not all cardio is created equal for all people and all endeavors. Traditionally, when you are preparing for a sport, such as running, the best exercise is running. But when you talk about bodybuilding, there is no real rule because you are talking anaerobic vs. aerobic application. In my own experience, I have done everything from treadmills and Precor steppers in combination, to distance running alone, to stair walking alone. Usually, I recommend to people that they try one for an extended period to see what is and is not effective ...

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