drop set

created by lalala
(thing) by lalala (1.2 d) (print)   ?   (I like it!) Wed Jan 09 2002 at 18:03:23

A weight lifting term.

A drop set is a set of repetitions that are performed immediately after failure is reached on the main work set. Drop sets are characterized by a work set that is done to failure, then immediately followed up with a lower weight set that is also done to failure.

Drop sets are usually done in increments of 20%.

Working to failure is great, but it does not indicate that you are completely exhausted. A drop set is an effective method of squeezing out some extra reps and keeping the workout intensity high.

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