Research
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Resistance training over a full range of motion is superior to partial range of motion for hypertrophy.
To build the most muscle, perform your exercises through a full range of motion. Partial reps are less effective for hypertrophy.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
truth: ... superiority of full- vs. partial-ROM RT for hypertrophy... a majority selected the correct answer (p < 0.01).
Why this rating
Based on 5 reviews focused on partial or full ROM (Refs 68-71).
Source
Knowledge of gym goers on myths and truths in resistance training
Alexandra Unger et al. · Scientific Reports · 2025
cross_sectional · n=721Cited 3×
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