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Optimal rest between sets for muscle gain ⏱️

How long should you rest between sets.

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Tom Coughlin
Oct 16, 2024
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Give it a rest: a systematic review with Bayesian meta-analysis on the effect of inter-set rest interval duration on muscle hypertrophy

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Rest intervals are required during resistance-training sessions, but is there an optimal time to rest to maximise lifting performance whilst maintaining training intensity? 🧐

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