Learn the scientific and proven theories behind sets and reps that help athletes become bigger, stronger, or both. Includes a chapter devoted exclusively to the best set/rep schemes that Coach Poliquin has used in more than two decades as a world-renowned strength coach. If these training methods can't help you and your athletes achieve their athletic potential, nothing will!

Three Sets of Ten, Five Sets of Five, One Set of Failure, Drop Sets, Negatives, Eccentric Loading.
All this terminology can be confusing to strength coaches and personal trainers. Within a short time, however, it becomes obvious that sets and reps are at the core of all resistance training.

Trouble is, the "ideal" way to incorporate sets and reps in to a workout regimen for the best results has been debated by scientists and coaches for decades. Unfortunately, most magazine articles and exercise books are of little help since they generally devote insufficient attention to set/rep schemes. These resources usually show a few exercise to follow (and mabe give some principles) and then leave you on your own. Other resources describe in great detail the "one and only way" to train but neglect other proven methods. This book will change that.