Understanding Muscle Growth and Diminishing Returns

This chapter analyzes the principles of muscle growth in relation to the law of diminishing returns, emphasizing how initial rapid gains in newcomers contrast sharply with the slower progress faced by advanced athletes. It reviews empirical studies and personal insights, highlighting the critical roles of training quality and nutrition in sustaining progress. Additionally, it discusses how training interruptions can lead to accelerated recovery and the practical implications of understanding these dynamics for different training levels.

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