Research
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Both drop set (DS) and conventional resistance training (NS) groups showed significant increases in triceps muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) with 10.0±3.7% for DS and 5.1±2.1% for NS.
Both training methods can effectively increase muscle size, but drop sets may offer superior results.
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Both groups showed significant increases in triceps muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) (10.0±3.7% for DS and 5.1±2.1% for NS).
Why this rating
Based on the study design involving controlled resistance training.
Source
Effects of drop set resistance training on acute stress indicators and long-term muscle hypertrophy and strength
Julius Fink et al. · The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness · 2018
rct · n=16Cited 48×
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