(All videos are from today's workout.)
To build your upper body, there are two and only two exercises you need. The first is the pull up. Pull ups are very effective at working and strengthening several back and arm muscles.
The second is the dumbbell chest press. The dumbbell chest press is THE classic chest exercise you use to build a bigger chest. The shoulders and triceps are very much involved as well.
In addition, if you want to add another push exercise, you can can toss in the shoulder press.
And for an additional pull exercise, there's always the dumbbell curl.
The key to achieving a great physique is not searching for the latest trends or hacks. It's a commitment to boring, consistent basics over the long term. The moment a routine starts to feel boring is often exactly when it begins to yield real results. Focus on big compound movements (like pull ups and chest presses) that provide the best return on investment for your time.
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Consistency is everything.