
The Volume Roundtable feat. Mike Israetel, Eric Helms, Layne Norton, Greg Nuckols
The Jeff Nippard Podcast
Understanding Maximum Adaptive Volume and Maximum Recoverable Volume
This chapter explores the concepts of Maximum Adaptive Volume (MAV) and Maximum Recoverable Volume (MRV) in different time scales of training. It discusses the relationship between rest periods, volume, and results in weightlifting, and debates the prioritization of cramming in more volume or lengthening rest periods for strength. The importance of periodization and deloading to prevent burnout and allow for recovery is also emphasized.
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