Cluster Sets vs Traditional Sets for Muscle Growth
255 Views
1 Posts
0 Likes
Guests can reply but cannot upload attachments or create new topics. Register for full access.
I have been experimenting with cluster sets where I take brief rests within a single set. For example, doing 4 mini sets of 3 reps with a heavy weight instead of one set of 12. I find I can use a much heavier load this way.
But I am wondering if this is actually better for muscle growth or if it is more for power and strength. Traditional sets of 8 to 12 reps are the gold standard for hypertrophy, so am I wasting my time with clusters?
I am living in Ontario and I want to get as big as possible this year. If anyone has experience with cluster sets for aesthetics, please let me know. Do you find them more effective for certain lifts like the squat or bench press?