Glossary

Double progression

Double progression is a simple progression pattern: add reps within a rep range, then add weight when you hit the top.

The cleanest progression method for beginners and most intermediates.

Progressive overload
Progressive overload is the principle of gradually doing more work over time — more weight, reps, sets, or better form.
Rep range
A rep range is a target span of reps for a set — for example, 8 to 12.

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