One set or many? study reveals best way for sedentary men to build muscle

NCT ID NCT07337304

First seen Jan 19, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at whether doing one set or multiple sets of weightlifting exercises makes a bigger difference in muscle strength and size for men who are not active. 34 sedentary men were split into groups doing single-set training, multiple-set training, or no exercise. Researchers measured changes in strength, jump height, and muscle size to find the best training volume for beginners.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Inonu University, Faculty of Sport Sciences

    Malatya, 44280, Turkey (Türkiye)

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