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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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The Benefits of Volume and Frequency in Muscle Growth

During a workout, the narrator did a challenging set of squats with a heavy weight. At 12 reps, they felt like they were failing but their friend encouraged them to keep going. They pushed through and completed 20 reps, feeling stronger but only temporarily. The narrator now advises against this type of training, as studies show that going to failure is too intense for most people. Instead, they recommend focusing on volume and frequency for muscle growth, increasing both for optimal results.

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