A MASTERCLASS on How to Build Big, Strong, & Round Shoulders | Mind Pump 1950

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[@MindPumpShow]

More to come!

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I love how you guys are using anatomy photos to help us further understand fitness. It’s so helpful to learn the function and appearance of muscles. You guys are amazing, thank you thank you

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Great to hear!

[@christinedel.2438]

Yes! Continue to show anatomy pictures! I agree with how helpful it is to visualize what you are specifically referring to. Thank you!

[@kirankumar-hg5fd]

My Take away from pricess epidose 1.Try and incorporate Z press in shoulder day gives because stability and Full of Range 2.position yourself properly Form technique for better performance 3.Train 2-3 Per week moderately 4.Sound sleep and diet 5.Try different types of rep ranges stick to 21days minimium 6.common injuries often get from shoulders, So warm. Up before workout is must when you particular shoulders 7.Shoulders very much priced body part in both gender 8.Having well 3D Shoulder gives Atttarctiveness to our physique. 9.Thank you 👏🤗😍

[@XDAG993]

I've been telling people that I think my shoulders are my weak area lately and this episode drops, you guys are my saviors!

[@MindPumpShow]

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[@KruKadic]

Very good and useful information. I would like to add that you can also start your shoulder workout with different versions of lateral raises, that is if you want to bring out your side delts. The reason for doing them first is because you have not accumulated any fatigue yet, and I personally like to start with heavy side lateral PARTIALS with high reps 20-25 (a tip from the late John Meadows), supersetted with some strict form side raises with lighter dumbells or cables. Really blows up the delts if you do your sets like this and you get an awesome pump in the side delt along with very good development over time I have noticed. Good luck and keep it up MindPump!

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[@MindPumpShow]

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[@JohnSmith-xj9cm]

Me too love it

[@connorfredericks9311]

As someone with scoliosis and significant bio-mechanical imbalances this episode was intriguing and actionable. Thanks for providing the knowledge and structure to help improve my shoulder health and gains!

[@MindPumpShow]

You're welcome!

[@mannysfitnessfortress989]

This is a much needed improved area for me. This episode is a Gem!

[@tranakim]

Sal, you feeling alright buddy? Love you guys! I already feel my shoulders growing. THIS ONE IS REALLY IMPORTANT AND THAT IS TO PHASE MAPS SHOULDER MODE INTO YOUR WORKOUT.

[@MindPumpShow]

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[@AimfitAu]

Behind the neck press and upright row are always in my program. Does that mean it's for everyone...uh no and same with every other exercise. Always making sense with your videos and reaffirming commonsense guys, love it!

[@MindPumpShow]

Well said!

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men where’ve you guys been. I love the way you guys break down exercise on the body in relationship you guys made it so simple and easy to understand. awesome awesome.

[@takek7739]

I have been waiting for this since the chest master class . Thanks for considering my comment in chest master class . Keep it up guys 😊

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[@chases5093]

One time a doctor told me I had tight shoulders. I was like "thanks!" Then he laughed and said "no, you have a big knot." I bet sports like basketball or swimming are beneficial for shoulder health too. Done casually, they incorporate shoulder rotation without too much stress. I definitely feel more versatile in the shoulders since adding them to my weight training.

[@mohammadwebbey3495]

At the perfect time, I just started incorporating more serious shoulder exercises in my routine. You guys are legends!

[@MindPumpShow]

Appreciate that!

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[@leftcoastgal5134]

More images while speaking, please. Those references are so helpful.

[@JWear-up1fz]

I've been thinking I needed more defined shoulders...will have to incorporate some of these move into my routine. Love the MindPump podcast! Have been listening for a few years and really appreciate the content.

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Thanks for listening for so long!

[@kellypet3kids]

Shoulders are my FAVORITE to train, with glutes coming in 2nd! My challenge is the rear delts. My back is pretty well-developed, though. I definitely notice much more front/side delt development and really want to build the rounded in REAR delts. I may need to purchase the Shoulder MODS program!

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[@dylanditchfield8000]

I've been in the gym since 2015. I was benching my PR in 2017 and received a shoulder injury. I couldn't get back into the gym because I would always reach a point that I couldn't get passed because of my shoulder injury. I've been back in the gym again for a month and I still have the same injury 5 years later, struggling to get rid of it.

[@chrissthompson4173]

Thanks so much for sharing this master class, I am going to get it. I was recently diagnosed with a tumor on my brain and can see how it’s affecting my left side muscles and motor function. I’m approved to continue strength training and I feel this will help!

[@MindPumpShow]

So glad that we can help!

[@adamgonzalez9642]

Evening mind pump brothers! My shoulders seem to be one of the hardest body parts to develop. Thanks for the tips. Gonna look into that sweet deal. Hope you've had a blessed day 💪🏼🙏🏼👊🏼

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Any time! You as well!

[@carlosdavis5440]

Great Podcast, I will love to see how my shoulders develop from now

[@timmyeo6686]

mind pump has helped me so much, i focused more on my delts, and i look like a unit even thought my chest and arms suffered from prioritizing it, thanks guys

[@MindPumpShow]

Happy to help!

[@MeeksLp]

So needed to hear this I have been avoiding push-ups for the last 2 years because of shoulder pain ,I’ve had physio but not much progress,I really need to work on my shoulders,I have snapped the program up.Thankyou

[@MindPumpShow]

So excited for you!

[@stormrhode2330]

I recently had about seven of my coaches gathered together for a big project. Five out of the seven of us had injured shoulders. haha I've had a few shoulder injuries over the years (mainly rotator cuff stuff). I've since then really worked on mobilizing and fortifying them. For the past few years now, I haven't had any shoulder issues. I think shoulder dislocators is such an excellent exercise. I do them pretty much every day. Not only does it help to mobilize your shoulders, but it also provides a great stretch on the chest, which is really good defense against forward should caused by tight pecs.

[@sonjamcleary]

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[@vinnieplayscod]

For sure love the cable Rear delt fly along with the reverse pec deck for rear delt growth. Those are the 2 I do 95% of the time for direct Rear delt work.

[@MindPumpShow]

I am a fan of those as well.

[@DipankarGhosh007]

Thanks adam for the rear delt cable exercise, i was using the reverse pec deck, now i hv a better option

[@jackienees499]

I can’t agree enough! I started having terrible shoulder pain a few months ago and it was after a long pause in my workouts. I kept asking the physical therapist if it was due to losing strength and since I started Anabolic the pain is slowly starting to subside! Y’all are amazing!

[@MindPumpShow]

So glad to hear that helped.

[@LoneWolfLionHearted]

This is monumental for me! Especially that full kettlebell overhead press. I just realized that I’m so weak in the rotation point with stability. I’m pretty solid in the other movements but this I may major weak point.. I’ll have to fix it slow with light weight but now I have the answer! Thanks y’all

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Love these Masterclasses and can't wait for the BACK episode.

[@MindPumpShow]

Coming soon!

[@gavinmacgregor5454]

Cheers guys lm 60 and have only been doing resistance training for a couple of years. Have some issues with some lifts but will certainly give your exercises a try, cheers blokes.

[@MindPumpShow]

Cheers!

[@kilrein]

This episode is perfect timing for me. My shoulders have always been super flexible, but after a hard crash learning to surf they've never been the same. Definitely something I've needed to work on along with rehab. Thanks y'all

[@MindPumpShow]

Good luck!

[@kilrein]

@@MindPumpShow thank you

[@michaelschiller9570]

I really enjoyed this master class... I can't wait to add this knowledge to my workouts. I gotta hit them cymbals up high with power.

[@MindPumpShow]

100%

[@ho2673]

This is a great episode I just listened to it for the 2nd time.

[@meisdetermined]

Gentlemen, I have heard y’all speak about testing new clients mobility and going through different movements to see what they’re doing right and wrong. I’m curious as to what you key-in on. I know the topic is probably not one people give much thought because everyone is focused on making gains but if you could share more about the process you would go through with new clients I think it would be fascinating. Maybe hear about how you diagnosed problem areas with different clients in ways that were not easily discoverable.

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[@davidalexandre5401]

I really appreciate you sharing just how important it is to train your shoulders. I love that you guys are always sharing high quality info

[@MindPumpShow]

Thank you, that is always the goal!

[@marcmcphee]

This couldn’t have come at a better time…I slightly injured my left shoulder a couple weeks ago…it is such a versatile joint…but man…you really have to be careful not to injure it! I love these masterclass videos (and all your content). Thank you x999999!!!! ❤️💪🏋️🤩

[@MindPumpShow]

So happy that you like it!

[@mangoldsparadise]

Since I started lifting in high school I’ve always loved shoulder work. Been doing clubbells lately and it’s been great to fix shoulder pain! Do give that a go!

[@MindPumpShow]

Good stuff!

[@loganryan7093]

This Masterclass series is already looking like it will pretty much be as good as gets for fitness knowledge.

[@MindPumpShow]

You said it!

[@worduser899]

Watching 10 minutes of this, I'm really happy with myself for doing full ROM and focusing on shoulder development from the get-go.

[@alyssagriggs9431]

I had shoulder pain that went away once I started lifting and developed stronger shoulders. Love your advice and tips - thank you!

[@MindPumpShow]

You're so welcome!

[@rejeanfafard9317]

Appreciate the great amount of common sense. Keep er goin boys!

[@Christianh.5]

Had a quick session with our gyms physical therapist due to some shoulder impingement last Thursday and low and behold you drop an episode on building shoulders. Keep knocking it out of the park and make sure to warm up those small rotator cuff muscles 💪. Can't wait to get back to growing some boulders!

[@MindPumpShow]

Good stuff!

[@depthlimited8056]

Love the pod guys and especially this episode since my shoulders are definitely my weakest body part

[@MindPumpShow]

Now you know how to make it your strongest,

[@FaridEmame]

Great episode, forgot how much of my size by "look" used to come from a full shoulder workout appreciate the reminder

[@MindPumpShow]

You bet!

[@mattjordan9356]

I am going to take this advice and run with it. I have naturally good shoulders but the conversation about the shoulders making the rest of your body look good hit me cause I know they’re right!

[@MindPumpShow]

It is truth!

[@ranzmd]

really like how you break it down into detail, thanks guys

[@MindPumpShow]

You bet!

[@Exclusive_AK]

I am national level player in handball. I am very good at throwing ball faster. My palm is also big so it helps for grip. I was skeptical of resistance training, until I found Mundpump. By the way, I have taken notes of this episode so that I can implement the learnings in my current TRX full body workout program. Thanks Mindpump

[@MindPumpShow]

No problem!

[@cesarlira2664]

This episode hit home for me. Gotta work on these shoulders baby!!

[@MindPumpShow]

Get after it!

[@improvisethelife2206]

Drop sets are dope hitting all heads of the shoulders are da best for those Death Star delts

[@tyomm6732]

Great episode, I wanted to increase my shoulder width and in a month I added a 1.5” (No idea what is considered good for a month) after listening to this episode I’ve got some things I can change up for even more growth

[@MindPumpShow]

Get after it!

[@alexbromley9384]

Gosh darn these master classes are 🔥 I literally just asked my wife to buy me the Maps shoulder mod for Xmas. Need to juice up maps anabolic. Now I need a master class for back and traps 🤘

[@MindPumpShow]

Glad you like them! Stay tuned.

[@Ssshhhoonn]

Interesting discussion, I was doing press ups the other day and instantly got a pain in my shoulders. I will do some resistance band work before hand next time to see if that helps

[@alialbatman8290]

I have a shoulder injury like 4 time dislocation...I guess I need surgery..but this info very very helpful ty guys love u

[@MindPumpShow]

Best of luck!

[@mdjardinado]

Thank God for this episode. My right shoulder range of motion is what I feel is limiting my other workouts and wasn't sure if I should get Prime Pro to work on my shoulders first. You guys are awesome as usual!

[@MindPumpShow]

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[@delflex1]

Thanks for bringing science to what I've never considered more than just an aesthetic look 🥰

[@MindPumpShow]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@nicholasingratta423]

Love these I hope you guys do them for all body parts even neglected calves , serratus and forearms types of muscles , thanks !

[@MindPumpShow]

More to come!

[@austinmoore3961]

I love shoulder day. Really humbling doing lateral raises with the correct weight/form

[@MindPumpShow]

Right!

[@melaniebrunell8720]

Excellent episode on shoulders! I learned so much, especially about where to be careful not to let the back take over (like with lateral raises, etc). Can’t wait to try these tips going forward! Thanks again guys!

[@MindPumpShow]

No problem, good luck!

[@scc8728]

I can so relate to needing to work on the stabilising muscles. I had constant issues until I started to incorporate exercises for stability.

[@MindPumpShow]

It can make a world of difference!

[@brokenbones01]

Shoulder work helps with injury prevention AND it really makes your physique pop. I’m glad it’s being emphasized.

[@MindPumpShow]

For sure!

[@sunnygirl9691]

Hey guys - female fan of your show and (of course) weight training!! Like today’s focus on 1 body part!

[@MindPumpShow]

Love it!

[@MarcoPOLO-we1ek]

Best fitness masterclass every !

[@MindPumpShow]

Thank you!

[@brianwehrman5408]

Awesome content as usual! I've never even heard of the Z press. Looking forward to throwing into my shoulder routine this week! Thanks guys!

[@MindPumpShow]

Right on!

[@brianwehrman5408]

@MindPumpShow I threw in the free motion rear delt fly today and it was awesome! I did 12reps with a 3/3 tempo, 20 sec rest, then 3 more sets of 6reps at a 3/3 tempo, 20 seconds rest between each set then switched arms and did it again. Brutal and awesome at the same time, lol.

[@RonyD2]

Shoulders are my weakness. I have impingement in the right. I will definitely apply the information learnt tonight. Thanks guys!

[@MindPumpShow]

Our pleasure!

[@claymonaro68]

MASTER CLASS, a class from the masters

[@Mightyshy]

Such a valuable episode! I will definitely incorporate your advices and exercises into my training💪

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Awesome!

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[@night_traffic]

Justin is a real beast

[@chaddickens8704]

My shoulders and arms respond well to frequency. I like to do full body days and "Accessory" days the following day and take a rest day after that. On accessory days I would emphasis actually isolating the Delts and the arms however I would oftentimes superset them with compound movements such as diamond push ups with overhead extensions and chin ups with bicep curls. And I would start accessory days with a variation of overhead press, move to either upright rows or lu raises or side laterals and end with rear delt flies before moving on to arms. Kind of like a Maps aesthetic program. Hope this helps others make gains as well!

[@rjannati]

This is right on time. I have been wanting to improve shoulder strength since I just started MAPS Anabolic. I have been a bit stuck with my shoulders. Looking apply the knowledge imparted. Thanks for all you guys do!

[@MindPumpShow]

So happy that we can help, Anabolic will definitely increase strength!

[@anasbendahou7722]

For me I need to pump my shoulders first so I do I start with external internal rotation some facepulls and triceps push down static scapular pull up holdPlank straight arms for 40 sec straight bar front raises then wide grip upright row then wide grip high rows 20 reps each and repeat for 3 times until I feel my muscle well pumped Then I go for OHP dumbell tuck the elbow and press and go to bottom stretching those front and side delts well Then I go for 45-60 degree cable fly to Hit those rear delts with a rep range of 12-20 reps I do lateral raises with dumbell with Charle glass méthode thumb ups when you’re at top position for last set I finish with wide grip upright row A triceps exercice I like dips or overhead triceps extension so my shoulder are resting Then I go for a rear delt specific row 45 degree with o scapular retraction for high reps too or dumbell fly in 60dregree superset with 45 degree external rotation rows Cable lateral raises I like It behind the body and raise to scapular plan It gives more stretch to my side delts I start with 10 reps doing the bottom range of motion then I do10 reps with full range I finish with triceps push down All these exercice with a well rest time depends on weight and intensity of the sets so from 1min30sec to 3min ( like the last set of OH dumbell press ) Cardio at the end as usual of 15min

[@FVilla2950]

Are bench press variations that would also work the shoulders? Thanks!

[@colinoakes115]

Awesome show! What ques should you use to keep trap recruitment minimal while working shoulders?

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[@juliannehauck8783]

Love your show. You always have some much useful information. I’m new to weight training and love the results I’ve seen this year. 💪🏼

[@MindPumpShow]

Amazing!

[@abdominalesalos4026]

I like the specificity of this instalment. Thanks.

[@MindPumpShow]

No problem.

[@DopamineDrop]

Love this new series

[@patriarchmike]

I'm so glad that I built my shoulders and back evenly with my chest and arms. All the other guys just focused on their chest and arms and they never got that v taper because they didn't want to listen to me lol. The shoulders are the most important.

[@ArmandoKozomara]

I've been focusing on shoulders for a while. Most important body part if you had to choose. I just knew Adam's shoulder story was coming! 😂 😆

[@MindPumpShow]

It is a classic!

[@NEWCHAPTER-gp2xf]

Upright rows!!!! Are the best for my shoulders. They blow my shoulders up

[@andydelarosa767]

Learned so much from this! Great advice from everybody 💪

[@MindPumpShow]

Glad it was helpful!

[@evanrussell6925]

I wonder what you guys think about Ring Delt Flys as well.

[@anastefani7954]

As a female I have always loved training shoulders and getting them strong💪 to lift heavy so thx so much for providing such amazing 🤩 advice

[@MindPumpShow]

We are happy to!

[@theironforce3000]

All great tips 👏 Glad I'm in the right page. I've kept behind the neck BB press for years . Then again I'm a student of the silver / golden era training. A staple movement for my idols is a movement for me . .with adjusted human peasant weight 😏👋 lol

[@MindPumpShow]

It is a great movement provided you have the necessary mobility of course.

[@mdoyleproductions9358]

I feel like I'm about the same age as these guys and learned lifting techniques and programs about the same time as it sounds like these guys did, because all these points they make sound exactly like my philosophy back in the day (i.e. the behind-the-neck press debate - I never saw an issue if you performed it correctly). I got big into weight lifting in the late nineties/early 2000s and studied programs like crazy. I read M&F religiously, I read books, and adapted many programs to fit my body type and how I responded. This carried me up to about 10 years ago and I fell off and got bored with weights and pursued other activities like, swimming, martial arts, yoga, organized sports, and outdoors shit. I kept weight training in the mix, but nothing too consistent, like I used to do. Although I have always belonged to a gym, six months ago, I had a rebirth into body building and weight training. I have been going pretty consistently (and carefully) for about 4 solid months and realized how much my body has changed from being in my 20s and 30s, to now my 40s. I lost a lot of mobility, and many of these muscles are clearly underutilized in every day activity. You feel it in the weight room. So, a lot of this re-entry to lifting has required some patience to safely get back to the moves I used to do. It's so interesting listening to the MP take on so many trends and what was good/bad and what is good/bad now. I was never a trainer, nor a competitor, but I was pretty well-educated in exercise science for my own good. And as a "former" bodybuilder, who just reemerged, it's wild to see what people are doing in the gym in 2023 and what I remember from 2000 - 2014, when I was dedicated to it. And listening to these guys is like old friends I never met, but shared so many similar experiences with, trying to navigate the complicated dichotomy of health/exercise marketing vs. health/exercise effectiveness. Really thankful there is such a trustworthy place to come and learn new things and refresh on old workout approaches. Thanks for the plethora of info!!

[@meisdetermined]

Bro, that was a great intro!

[@MindPumpShow]

We try!

[@georgevasilev4557]

I like this episode. Interesting information

[@MindPumpShow]

Glad to hear it!

[@livingwithfoodies]

SHOULDER BOULDERS!! 💪💪 Here we come! As always thanks so much guys ❤

[@MindPumpShow]

Anytime!

[@best4741]

Love the pod guys

[@blakefisher6706]

I realized how important and how often you use the shoulder after i tore a ligament that connects my collar bone to my shoulder and messed up some of the muscles in my shoulder and afterwards couldn't really do much nor reach above my head.

[@MindPumpShow]

Sorry to hear that!

[@Danny-fp5lx]

Do masterclass on back next. I’ve been holding out for it

[@MindPumpShow]

Stay tuned!

[@isaacsmith9981]

How do you heal your bicep tendon that is connected there at the shoulder? It’s hard for me to do heavy shoulder workouts & increase my bench past 250-260 as my right shoulder starts to really lack the power to push. Physical therapy did not help much once I went heavy again with bench + shoulder press.

[@g.g.2359]

shoulders in general respond to blood and swell, they almost grow in sarcoplasmic fashion and are the easiest to get fkd by more weight. Maybe the front delts are the ones that can get away with ehavy weights but ive seen may many stage ready guys and they ALL swear in 20+ reps and not heavy 8-10 reps.

[@javiertorres5074]

will 4:2:2 and higher reps with shoulders help with connecting. I really want to feel the growth. Thanks fellas 👍🏽👍🏽

[@MindPumpShow]

Anytime!