Research
Neural
Both the 4-6 RPE group and the 7-9 RPE group showed significant increases in bench press one-repetition maximum (1RM) strength after 8 weeks of training.
Resistance training programs can effectively improve bench press strength regardless of proximity to failure.
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Significant increases in 1RM bench press strength were observed in both the 4-6 RPE group (104.79 ± 27.90 to 114.93 ± 24.35 kg; p < 0.01; +10.91%; g = 0.30) and 7-9 RPE group (103.07 ± 19.58 to 112.86 ± 18.39 kg; p < 0.01; +9.98%; g = 0.29).
Why this rating
Based on the study design involving a controlled training program with statistical analysis.
Source
Effect Of Proximity To Failure During Resistance Training On Bench Press Strength
Joshua C. Pelland et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2022
rct · n=14
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