High load and low volume warmup increases performance in a resistance training session

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A 2024 study by Vios et al. that found heavier, lower volume warm-up sets were more beneficial for subsequent performance in bench press, lat pulldown, and leg press.

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Warming-Up to Build Muscle (Episode 142)

Warming-Up to Build Muscle (Episode 142)

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A 2024 study by Vios et al. that found heavier, lower volume warm-up sets were more beneficial for subsequent performance in bench press, lat pulldown, and leg press.