Gaming
compound
What does compound mean?
A tight group of buildings on the map that becomes its own little battlefield — full of angles, doorways and rooftops to hold or push. Squads fight over compounds for the cover and the loot.
"Two squads are scrapping in that compound — let them thin out, then third-party."
Origin
Strength-training term contrasted with single-joint 'isolation' moves.
Frequently asked questions
What is a compound exercise?
A compound is a lift that works multiple joints and muscle groups at once, such as the squat, deadlift and bench press.
Why do compounds first in a workout?
Compounds are the most demanding lifts, so doing them while fresh lets you move the most weight safely and get the greatest training stimulus.
What's the difference between compound and isolation exercises?
Compounds use several joints and muscles together, while isolation exercises target a single muscle across one joint, like a bicep curl.
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