dropset

noun 1verb 1

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noun

1

Alternative form of drop set.

Dropsets work because in any given set, you’re only recruiting a certain amount of muscle fibers.

A big advantage of dropsets over other set-expanding techniques is the fact that they can be done alone.

verb

1

To exercise with a drop set.

By starting out the dips with maximal load and decreasing it over time, Johnson is dropsetting the movement, enabling himself to continue churning out reps with decent form, and thus get the absolute most bang for his buck in the workout.

The weighted bench dip can easily be dropsetted by quickly removing the 45lb plate(s) and continuing with bodyweight repetitions to overload the triceps.

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