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bro split
What does bro split mean?
A training split that dedicates each session to one muscle group — e.g. chest Monday, back Tuesday — associated with classic bodybuilding.
"He runs a five-day bro split: chest, back, shoulders, arms, legs."
Origin
Internet fitness slang from the 2010s, named for the way 'gym bros' traditionally trained — one body part per day. Often used half-mockingly in online programming debates.
Frequently asked questions
What is a bro split?
A bro split is a workout plan that trains one muscle group per day, like chest Monday and back Tuesday. It's the stereotypical gym-bro routine.
Is a bro split bad?
It's debated. Critics say hitting each muscle once a week is suboptimal, but it can still work fine for many people who stay consistent.
What's the alternative to a bro split?
Common alternatives include push-pull-legs, upper-lower, or full-body splits that train each muscle more often through the week.
Why is it called a bro split?
It's named after 'gym bros,' since this one-muscle-a-day style is the classic way that stereotype trains.
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