In the most basic terms, Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of a muscle. This increase in size is due to multiple factors, the most important of which are an increase in the size/number of the contractile elements…
In this article, we will discuss five variables that can be manipulated in order to change the stimulus created by Tri-Sets.A Tri-Set is performed by completing three exercises in succession, no rest between exercises. Link to previous Tri-Sets Article Five…
Post-Exhaustion Post-Exhaustion is based on the same principle as Pre-Exhaustion, it just approaches the problem from a different angle. The problem of incomplete stress on larger muscle groups still exists. Post-Exhaustion addresses the problem by fatiguing the muscle group through…
Giant Sets Complete four or more exercises consectivley with no rest between exercises. Giant sets are typically comprised of exercises focused on a single muscle group, this differentiates them from circuits which typically work a variety of muscle groups. Examples:…
Tri-Sets To perform a Tri-Set, complete three exercises in succession with no rest between exercises. Tri-Sets are an effective means of boosting intensity (more work in less time) and completing training in a time-efficent manner. Examples: The first example provides…