Heavy Warm-Up may help you squat more reps
NCT ID NCT06825065
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether doing a few heavy squats before a workout can help you do more reps and lift more total weight. Nine strength-trained men did two different warm-ups on separate days: one with heavy weight and a long rest, and one with lighter weight and a short rest. Then they did three sets of half-squats until they couldn't do another rep. The goal was to see if the heavy warm-up improved performance.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help athletes and trainers design more effective warm-up routines to increase workout volume and strength gains.
What could go wrong
This is a very small study with only 9 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It only looks at immediate effects, not long-term benefits.
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Gaziantep University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Gaziantep, Şehitkamil, 27350, Turkey (Türkiye)