Derek Lunsford is one of the bodybuilders who has been celebrated immensely since his last performance in Mr. Olympia 2022. Although he also won the 212 Mr. Olympia in 2021, his 2022 performance stood out as he was the runner-up, beating some massive names such as Big Ramy, Nick Walker, and Brandon Curry. In one of his recent YouTube shorts, the bodybuilding beast shared some crucial tips with his fans for better workout results.
Derek shocked everybody with his ace performance at his Men’s Open debut. Moreover, he is looking to be stronger and better in the 2023 Mr. Olympia and get the title this time. As he continues to train to conquer, let’s have a look at his pro tip.
How can one gain maximum muscle stimulation?
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Derek Lunsford has shown some impressive growth in the last two years. In the video, Derek spoke about obtaining maximum muscle contraction as he stood in a gym. Derek opened up and said, “There are four ways to stimulate a muscle, right?” As he continued to name them, the two ways were common, and he briefly explained the other two.
While counting on his fingers, Derek said, “Weight, pretty much everyone knows if you add more weight, you’re going to stimulate the muscle different than lighter weight. Add more Reps, so instead of 10 reps, do 15 reps. What are the other two ways to stimulate the muscle?”
Lunsford continued, “Tempo, how fast or slow that you’re going in an exercise or in a rep, and also, the Distance, so how far, like how much can you contract the muscle, and how much can you stretch it.”
Furthermore, let’s have a look at what the bodybuilding fans have to say about this advice by Derek Lunsford.
The bodybuilding fans reacted to Derek’s tips
Derek Lunsford has been sharing tips amongst his fans and followers on social media lately. Before this valuable four-step advice, he also shared his current diet, which he is enjoying to the fullest. In an interview, he revealed the mega-fit meals he has been consuming lately. Moreover, bodybuilding fans are loving the bits of advice and suggestions from the 212 Mr. Olympia winner.
After watching these four tips by Lunsford, the bodybuilding fans wrote,
“And hook electros up to the muscles you’re working!”
“The 5th way is to train with Derek”
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“Most important is the distance. Stretch portion is the most important part of a movement.”
“Do all four at the same time”
“there’s one more – rest between reps”
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Some fans were content with the four tips, whereas some tried to add one from their side as well. It will be interesting to see Derek Lunsford on stage in 2023, as he is trying to be more defined and big. What do you think about these four steps advised by Derek? Do you want to add anything other than these which might be helpful workout advice? Let us know in the comments section.
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