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Built With Science

How to Work Out Like A Minimalist And Still Make Gains

Apr 15, 2024
Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss maximizing muscle gains with minimal effort through workout techniques like super sets and drop sets. They touch on optimal exercise selection, the importance of sleep for muscle growth, and the benefits of creatine and caffeine supplements for enhancing performance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Incorporate supersets and drop sets for efficient workouts and maximize growth stimulation.
  • Training close to failure is not essential; balance intensity and volume to optimize muscle growth.

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Maximizing Time in the Gym with Supersets and Drop Sets

To save time in the gym, incorporating supersets and drop sets can be highly efficient. By combining exercises for antagonist muscles or unrelated muscle groups, you can cut your rest time in half and stimulate more growth. Research supports the effectiveness of using techniques like supersets to maximize stimulus and gains during your workout sessions.

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