Volume Load and Neuromuscular Fatigue During an Acute Bout of Agonist-Antagonist Paired-Set vs. Traditional-Set Training

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the acute effects of performing paired-set (PS) vs. traditional-set (TS) training over 3 consecutive sets, on volume load and electromyographic fatigue parameters of the latissimus dorsi, biceps brachii, pectoralis major, and triceps brachii muscles. Fifteen trained men performed 2 testing protocols (TS and PS) using 10 repetition maximum loads. The TS protocol consisted of 3 sets of bench press (BP) followed by 3 sets of wide-grip seated row (SR). The PS consisted of 3 sets of BP and 3 sets of SR performed in an alternating manner. Volume load was calculated as load × repetitions. The electromyographic signal, time (CRMS) and frequency (Cf5) domain, parameters were recorded during SR. Under the PS protocol, sets of SR were performed immediately after the sets of BP. A 2-minute rest interval between the completion of the set of SR and the subsequent set of BP was implemented (e.g., between PSs). Under the TS protocol, 2-minute rest intervals were implemented between all sets. BP and SR volume loads decreased significantly from set 1 to set 2 and from set 2 to set 3 under both conditions. Volume load was greater for all sets of both exercises under PS as compared with TS. Muscle fatigue indices were greater under PS as compared with TS. In general, these results indicate that as compared with TS, PS produced a greater training volume in less time and may induce greater fatigue and thereby provide an enhanced training stimulus.

A Comparison of Compound Set and Traditional Set Resistance Training in Women: Changes in Muscle Strength, Endurance, Quantity, and Architecture

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“…This may be accomplished by using paired sets of two exercises performed consecutively without rest, such as super sets (agonist-antagonist muscle groups) or compound sets (agonist-agonist muscle groups). One proposed benefit of this type of training modality is being a time-efficient means of developing strength [24]. Yet, to be time efficient, the total rest during paired-set training must be reduced, which brings to question whether this method is appropriate for certain populations due to high levels of fatigue.…”

Efeitos do método pareado agonista-antagonista utilizando séries múltiplas sobre o desempenho de repetições máximas para membros inferiores

“…Vale ressaltar ainda, quanto ao método PAA, que o mesmo pode ser utilizado como uma estratégia para otimização do tempo de utilização do salão de musculação 16,23 . Ao utilizar exercícios de forma conjugada, bem como com intervalos de recuperação mais curtos, não apenas é possível obter melhorias no desempenho da força de membros inferiores como foi constatado no presente estudo, como também o tempo das sessões de treinamento são diminuídas 5 .…”

“…Ao utilizar exercícios de forma conjugada, bem como com intervalos de recuperação mais curtos, não apenas é possível obter melhorias no desempenho da força de membros inferiores como foi constatado no presente estudo, como também o tempo das sessões de treinamento são diminuídas 5 . Paz et al 24 , também inferiram em seu estudo que este método é um importante aliado para otimizar o tempo de treinamento, pois é possível desenvolver força e potência em curtos espaços de tempo, gerando benefícios os praticantes de TF. Dessa forma, os resultados do presente estudo vão ao encontro do proposto pelo autor supracitado.…”

Effect of Different Circuit Training on Cardiovascular Responses in Cirrhotic Patients

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