The Effects of Volume on Muscle Growth

In weightlifting, a study compared 10 sets of triples with 3 sets of 10 reps and found that volume is the main determinant of muscle growth stimulus. However, anything less than 5-rep sets may not be sustainable, while sets of 30 or more provide too little tension. The ideal range is sets of 5 to 30. Muscles need sufficient tension for a long enough duration to grow. Too low tension is like keeping the burner on simmer, while too high tension can lead to burnout. The key is finding the right balance in tension for optimal muscle growth.