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Isolation exercise:- definition, benefits and some example

What is an Isolation exercise?

Dumbbell Biceps curl exercise

Isolation exercises are the exercises which target a single muscle/ joint at a time. 

It is also known as 'single joint movement'.


Example- bicep curls (as you see in above image), which target only your bicep and only move/work one joint a time.

Another example is leg extension, which involves only quadriceps.


This is one of the best exercise for muscle gain of a specific part of the body.


And, also great for those who recovered from an injury and need to strengthen those muscles.


Whereas, compound movement involves multiple joint/ muscle groups at a time And, it's also time consuming.


What are the benefits of isolation exercise?


One of the best benefits of doing this training, if you think some part of your body is weak then this will gonna help you.


Another benefit include:-

* Focus on one muscle group at the time.

* Help in rehab from injury

* Help in to build a particular muscle group and also help in strengthening the weaker part of the body.

* Also, correct muscle imbalance.


Example of some Types of isolation exercises:-

Leg extension
Flat bench press
Dumbbell bicep curls
Wrist curls
Tricep kickback
Dumbell side raise
Dumbbell front raise
Hammer curl
Calf raise



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