This is Why You Should Avoid The Push / Pull Method

Ironically, one of the most common muscle grouping strategies is known as “Push / Pull - but it’s misguided. This is where the (so-called) “pushing muscles” are done on one day, and the (so-called) “pulling muscles” are done on a different day, “so-called” because all muscles actually PULL. No muscles “push”. When muscles contract, they shorten - pulling the ends together - which then either flexes or extends a joint. But, the “pushing muscles” are thought to be the Pecs and the Triceps, and the “pulling muscles” are thought to be the Back and the Biceps. (Note: Obviously “push” and “pull” were so named ONLY because the weight being moved is getting farther away from the body, or closer to the body, during concentric contraction. But, this is an absurd method of categorizing muscles, because a muscle has no “idea” whether the weight it is moving is getting closer to the body or farther away from it.) The rationale behind this type of grouping is the belief that while the Pecs are working, the Triceps are assisting - and so one “might as well” finish off the Triceps at that time. Similarly, when the Back muscles (Lats, middle Traps, Teres major, etc.) are working, the Biceps are assisting - and so one “might as well” finish off the Biceps at that time. There are several problems with this philosophy. If one performs the better Pectoral exercises, there would actually be very little Triceps participation. And if one performs the better “back” exercises, there would be very little Biceps participation. SMARTTRAINING365 — TRAIN WITH BIOMECHANICS & THE RATEL MENTALITY SmartTraining365 combines biomechanics-driven exercise selection, sport-specific performance, and the 23-Hour Ratel Mentality framework to help you train efficiently, stay injury-aware, and perform under pressure. Our system is built on: • 16 biomechanical factors • The BRIG20 efficiency model • Sport-specific mechanics • Mental resilience and consistency systems • Real-world experience with athletes, competitors, and everyday players To get real, meaningful results, your hard work must be backed by intelligent, efficient training. This framework ensures your effort moves you in the right direction — with clarity, purpose, and consistency behind every session. PROGRAMS & COURSES (IN WEBSITE ORDER) BIOMECHANICS-BASED STRENGTH TRAINING THE BRIG20 PROGRAM — Biomechanics Strength System Maximize muscle stimulation with minimal joint stress. https://www.smarttraining365.com/BRIG... BUILD & BURN — Program Periodized workouts based on efficiency & biomechanics. https://www.smarttraining365.com/Buil... BODYBUILDING & MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT — Smart Training Method Efficient hypertrophy training using physics and biomechanics. https://www.smarttraining365.com/True... CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION SmartTraining365 Biomechanics Certification Learn biomechanics, exercise selection, and efficient training systems. The Physics of Fitness Course Master the science behind resistance exercise. https://www.smarttraining365.com/The-... Resistance Training Specialist (RTS) Biomechanics-based education for trainers. https://www.smarttraining365.com/CRTS SPORT-SPECIFIC TRAINING PROGRAMS BEYOND PICKLEBALL365 — Complete Biomechanics Training Strength • Footwork • Mobility • Strategy • Anticipation https://www.smarttraining365.com/pick... BEYOND TENNIS365 — Tennis Conditioning & Mechanics Strength • Rotation • Footwork • Court Coverage https://www.smarttraining365.com/tenn... BOOKS & AUDIOBOOKS BEYOND SETS & REPS — Biomechanics Strength Book https://a.co/d/9tu2zup THE RATEL MENTALITY — 23-Hour Framework Mental resilience • Identity building • Competing under pressure https://www.smarttraining365.com/Rate... BEYOND TENNIS https://a.co/d/9HzDtPw BEYOND PICKLEBALL https://a.co/d/fv6R7zV WORK WITH MOE (COACHING & MENTORSHIP) For personalized biomechanics programming, injury guidance, plateaus, or competition preparation: https://www.smarttraining365.com/Trai... FOLLOW SMARTTRAINING365 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarttraini... Beyond Pickleball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondpickl... Website: https://smarttraining365.com #SmartTraining365 #Biomechanics #RatelMentality #23HourFramework #BRIG20 #StrengthTraining #PickleballTraining #TennisTraining #SportsPerformance #InjuryPrevention #AthleteMindset #EfficiencyTraining #DougBrignole #BuildAndBurn #HypertrophyTraining #FunctionalStrength