Episode #350: Progressive Overload II (How-To Get The Most From Training)
Barbell Medicine Podcast
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Understanding Strength Gains
This chapter explores the misconceptions surrounding weightlifting as a measure of force in strength training, advocating for the use of metrics like RPE and reps in reserve to assess true strength improvements. It highlights the complexities of measuring strength and muscle growth, emphasizing that real progress must exceed significant thresholds and that patience is crucial for long-term success. The discussion also addresses the challenges of accurately interpreting various measurement techniques and the difference between strength gains and muscle hypertrophy.
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