How to Build Muscle & Strength at Any Age: The Real Science of Resistance Training – with Professor Tommy Lundberg
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Optimizing Resistance Training: Frequency and Effort
This chapter explores the intricacies of training frequency and effort in resistance workouts, revealing that leaving two to three reps in reserve may enhance overall performance. It emphasizes the optimal approach of targeting each muscle group twice a week, balancing upper and lower body exercises for both recreational exercisers and elite athletes. The discussion also considers the impact of training volume on muscle growth versus strength, noting that while hypertrophy demands greater volume, strength gains can be achieved with less.
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