How much training volume do I need to build muscle?
Research (Schoenfeld 2017): 10-20 sets per muscle group per week for hypertrophy. Beginners: 10-12 sets. Intermediate: 14-18. Advanced: 18-20+. Split across 2 sessions minimum. More sets beyond 20 show diminishing returns and increase injury risk.
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