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Compound Lift
An exercise using multiple joints and muscle groups.
Short Definition
An exercise using multiple joints and muscle groups.
Plain-English Explanation
Compound Lift means an exercise using multiple joints and muscle groups. In practice, it helps name exercise selection, technique, and movement categories.
No Lies Lifting uses it as a plain-language reference point, not a magic rule by itself. Examples: squat, bench press, deadlift.