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Is 10-20 Sets Per Week a Good Recommendation for 1RM Strength? | Ep. 37

Data Driven Strength Podcast

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Understanding the Inverted U Model for Hypertrophy

The inverted U model for hypertrophy suggests that there is an optimal training volume for muscle growth. Initially, low training volumes result in minimal muscle size gains. As training volume increases, so do the muscle size gains, but there comes a point where the returns start to diminish. If training volume is pushed beyond this point, there may even be a regression in muscle size gains. This concept is visualized in the form of an inverted U shape.

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