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How Many Sets Should You Do Per Workout? Your Complete Guide (The Manual)

Posted: Jan 24, 2025 in In the News

This article originally appeared in The Manual on January 24, 2025.

Figuring out how many sets and reps to do, what exercises to try, and where to start can be daunting, and it’s one of the main reasons many people opt for a personal trainer or group classes. Once you’ve determined the right strength training exercises and the right number of sets and reps, you can settle into your routine and start generating the many benefits of exercise...

Research shows performing more weekly sets results in more muscle hypertrophy, which refers to an increase in muscle size. You can increase your weekly sets over time as you get stronger and more experienced with strength training and weight lifting.

Here are some general guidelines for specific fitness goals from the American Council on Exercise...

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