When trained men repeated their workout within two days, they felt like it was about one-third easier the second time, which might mean their bodies were getting used to the exercise.

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Repeated Bouts of Advanced Strength Training Techniques: Effects on Volume Load, Metabolic Responses, and Muscle Activation in Trained Individuals

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2019 Jan 6

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Repeated Bouts of Advanced Strength Training Techniques: Effects on Volume Load, Metabolic Responses, and Muscle Activation in Trained Individuals

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DOI: 10.3390/sports7010014

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