Volume

Training

Short definition

Volume — total training load (sets × reps × weight).

Full definition

Training volume is the quantitative load: sets × reps × weight (or % 1RM). It is the main hypertrophy driver — too low gives no stimulus, too high leads to overtraining. In isometrics volume = sets × duration × %MVC.

Examples

Weekly volume: 80 sets, 600 reps, 12000 kg.

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