Did you think that your bodybuilding workout would result in big muscles just by buying a gym membership? Think again. Simply working out once a week and then slugging down some protein shakes isn't going to cut it.

Here's 3 tips to get big muscles quickly:

1. The Squat and the Deadlift

The Squat and the Deadlift are also known as 2 of the 3 "must do"-exercises that lead directly to power and new muscle mass. You need to do these. Without them your chances of increasing your muscle mass and gaining strength from your bodybuilding workout goes down dramatically. The fact is that these two exercises alone gives 75% of your entire body a workout, both arms, gluts, hams, calves etc. How's that for effective?

And also the high degree of intensity that you can do with these 2 exercises is priceless. Burn this rule into your brain: "Intensity is king". Greater resistance will trigger more growth hormone to be released, which is just what you want.

Okay, I've ranted enough. Do you understand now that you need do these two exercises in your bodybuilding workout? Alright, good. Let's proceed.

2. Keep to Compound Bodybuilding Exercises

There's always a lot of discussion. What will isolate more muscle fibers, a bench press or cable cross over? Bicep curl or chin up? In case you ever want to experience having really big muscles, compound exercises and lifts are a must. That means you stick to squats, deadlifts, leg presses, bench presses, barbel row, and dips.

If you do nothing except focus on building your small muscle groups, such as arms and calves, you will end with just that: tiny little muscles. Make certain you stick to compound exercises in your bodybuilding workout.

3. Get sufficient rest and recovery

How often have you seen an average guy in the gym clock the time of his recovery period with a watch? Probably never. Most people think stop watches are only for long distance runners, yet the fact is the should be used by everyone who wants to take their bodybuilding workout to the next level. The heavier weights you lift, close to your maximum limit, the longer your recovery period must be. That's just the truth.

Summary

What have we learned? Building big muscles is not as simple as just going to the gym or drinking protein drinks. Use these 3 steps well in your bodybuilding workout and you will see significant progress on your entire body.

Here's a fun video from YouTube called "WWE Superstars Bodybuilding Workout":