The muscle growth seen here — about 2% — is about what you’d expect from 10 weeks of regular weightlifting, based on other studies.
Scientific Claim
The 1.86% hypertrophy gain observed in both groups is consistent with previously reported adaptations in resistance-trained individuals over 8–12 weeks of training.
Original Statement
“References include studies by Schoenfeld, Fink, and others reporting similar hypertrophy magnitudes.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design cannot support claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
This claim references external literature, not direct study data. It is a contextual comparison, not a causal or direct finding, so association language is appropriate.
More Accurate Statement
“The 1.86% hypertrophy gain observed in both groups is associated with previously reported adaptations in resistance-trained individuals over 8–12 weeks of training.”
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
Investigating the Effect of the Tonal Drop Set Mode On Elbow Flexor Hypertrophy
This study found that people gained about 1.86% more muscle in their biceps after 10 weeks of lifting weights — which matches what other research has shown happens in trained people over similar time periods.