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Originally Posted by Retiree
Pump has nothing to do with growth, like literally nothing. I can pump muscles with an empty barbell and that will grow zero muscles. Its surely better than doing nothing...but not for muscle growth.
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Am I missing something by your comment?
Research shows that a single set of 12 to 15 repetitions with the proper weight can build muscle efficiently in most people and can be as effective as three sets of the same exercise.
As long as you take the muscle you are working to fatigue — meaning you can't lift another repetition — you are doing the work necessary to make the muscle stronger. And fatiguing at a higher number of repetitions means you likely are using a lighter weight, which will make it easier for you to control and maintain correct form.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/strength-training/art-20046670#:~:text=Research%20shows%20that%20a%20sin gle,sets%20of%20the%20same%20exercise.
Weight training for 20 to 30 minutes, 2 to 3 times a week is enough to see results. You should try to target all your major muscle groups at least twice throughout your weekly workouts. While you may not see results right away, even a single strength training session can help promote muscle growth.
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-muscle#:~:text=Weight%20training%20for%2020%20to,c an%20help%20promote%20muscle%20growth.