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What are back off sets?

Tiger Fitness

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Backoff sets is a word used often in the weightlifting and powerlifting fields.

While the phrase may be absolutely evident to some, it is not totally clear to novices to the sport, and it may signify various things to different people. Understanding backoff sets and how to use them may significantly enhance the outcomes of your powerlifting training.

So, what exactly are back off sets? Backoff sets are extra sets of your day's major muscle group, but at a lesser intensity. Backoff sets are designed to provide more reps on the same muscle groups without the intensity of your top set. Backoff sets may help with technique, stamina, and hypertrophy.

 

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