Mike Mentzer training one set to failure

Описание: Mike Mentzer's one set to failure, which forms part of his heavy duty system of training is often misunderstood. So in this video we unpack exactly what is meant by one set to failure. We look at what warm-up or ramp-up sets are and if they are allowed or even counted as a set.

It is very important to warm up before attempting a maximum set so as to avoid injury. We discuss how to go about doing your warm-up sets. You need blood to flow into the area, the tendons and muscles need to be warmed up. Also your neurological system needs to be activated and your focus and form must be right.

We further look at what a working set is in the heavy duty system of training and training to failure. Doing another working set is actually a waist of time as it is a 100% increase in volume and will only eat into the recovery of your muscles. According to Mike Mentzer you should never do more than two sets. If you do more than 12 reps you are likely to fatigue your cardio system before your muscles and this means you are no longer training according to Mike Mentzers heavy duty system, but moving towards high volume training.

We look at warm up in terms of the consolidation routine as well.

In summary warm-up sets are essential, but with a minimum dose so that you conserve your energy for the final working set, but also to be save. One set to failure is not a myth, as long as you understand the concept of warm-up sets and your working set which is done to failure.

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