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Does Alternating Rep Ranges Improve Muscle Growth?

By House of Hypertrophy on March 14, 2021August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

In this article, we’ll explore if alternating rep ranges in your training program could improve muscle growth compared to using only one rep range.

How Light Is Too Light to Maximzie Muscle Growth?

By House of Hypertrophy on February 27, 2021August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

As discussed in previous articles, two meta-analyses indicate light loads can produce similar muscle growth to heavier loads, when reps are performed to or close to failure (the point at which no more repetitions can be performed) (one, two).

Can Less Than 5 Reps Build Muscle Effectively?

By House of Hypertrophy on February 22, 2021August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

We now have two meta-analyses to suggest that light loads can produce similar hypertrophy to heavier loads, provided repetitions are performed to or close to failure (the point at which no more repetitions can be performed) (one, two).

Does Maxing Out Build Muscle (1 Rep)?

By House of Hypertrophy on February 8, 2021August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

Regularly maxing out, so performing a one-rep max lift, isn’t completely uncommon, especially in the strength world.

Can Repetition Tempo Influence Regional Muscle Growth?

By House of Hypertrophy on January 30, 2021August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

Many variables can be manipulated in a muscle-building program. From exercise selection, rep ranges, the number of sets you perform, etc.

However, one of the least thought about variables is probably repetition tempo.

Should You Be Training Muscles Based on Their Fiber Type?

By House of Hypertrophy on August 22, 2020August 24, 2023Leave a Comment

When it comes to maximizing muscle hypertrophy, there are many different ideas put forth. One of these ideas is that you should be training muscles based on their predominant fiber-type.