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E503: The Problem with Intensifiers

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Debate on Intensifiers in Exercise Programming

The chapter delves into the debate surrounding the use of intensifiers in exercises, particularly focusing on techniques like one and a quarter reps and one and a half reps on the leg press machine. It critiques the effectiveness and execution of these intensifiers, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control and proper form for muscle building. The conversation also explores the influence of social media on training approaches and emphasizes the need for true intensity and performance-based pursuits over sensation in exercise programming.

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