Will my arms ever grow if I don't work them directly?

[SaiBoT]

One thing that impressed me on the last olympics was the bis size and shape of the male gymnasts, specially for their bodyweight... pull-ups were the first thing that crossed my mind.

 

[CajunSaint]

that really is true. i noticed this also. pull ups is probably what did this

 

[Big_BK]

This is complete BS, yes compound lifts like deads and bench will add arm size but not squats. I know guys that do no squats and have 20in arms and I also know a couple guys that can squat 405 for deep high reps and have small arms. I agree you need a good overall routine to maximize your potential but it kills me when people tell someone to squat more if they want there arms to grow.

It is one of the better ways which IMO is why its highly suggested. I see plenty of guys that have stick legs and huge arms but its not the best way to get there.

 

[bruce9241]

So I bit the bullet and am starting to do arms. I'm currently doing biceps twice a week on my deadlift days and one of my press days. I'm only doing 25pound dumbells with good form, but I feel my arms are getting stronger.

I guess they were so weak because I never really worked them.

 

[AEKDB]

One thing that impressed me on the last olympics was the bis size and shape of the male gymnasts, specially for their bodyweight... pull-ups were the first thing that crossed my mind.

It is not just pullups. The iron cross, lever, and other techniques require a lot of arm/shoulder/back strength. But you are correct that lots of pullups will result in great arms.

 

[SaiBoT]

It is not just pullups. The iron cross, lever, and other techniques require a lot of arm/shoulder/back strength. But you are correct that lots of pullups will result in great arms.

Yeah those guys spend more time on their arms than on their feet while working out.

 

[C Manson]

since doing weighted pull ups ive noticed more improvement than i ever did with curls etc.