Critical Analysis of ASCM

[Stonecold54]

http://www.asep.org/FLDR/Jep/Doc/June2004/OttoV4.pdf

[docflock]

"An objective evaluation of the resistance-training studies shows that these claims are primarily unsubstantiated. In fact, the
preponderance of resistance-training studies suggest that simple, low-volume, time-efficient, resistance training is just as effective for increasing muscular strength, hypertrophy, power, and endurance—regardless of training experience—as are the complex, high-volume, time-consuming protocols that are recommended in the Position Stand."

[Stonecold54]

Originally posted by docflock
"An objective evaluation of the resistance-training studies shows that these claims are primarily unsubstantiated. In fact, the
preponderance of resistance-training studies suggest that simple, low-volume, time-efficient, resistance training is just as effective for increasing muscular strength, hypertrophy, power, and endurance—regardless of training experience—as are the complex, high-volume, time-consuming protocols that are recommended in the Position Stand."

...and... :)

[docflock]

i just thought that was a good take home message from the article. research shows less sets is just as good, if not better, than programs that call for a ton of sets.

[Stonecold54]

Originally posted by docflock
i just thought that was a good take home message from the article. research shows less sets is just as good, if not better, than programs that call for a ton of sets.

that is what I thought, just making sure. LOL and yes I agree with you.