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AND PROGRESSIVE The principle of gradually increasing the demand on
the muscles over time is the key to sustained growth.
OVERLOAD IS THE This can be achieved by progressively increasing

KEY TO SUSTAINED weight, reps, or intensity. Adhering to this principle
ensures that muscles are continually challenged,
GROWTH preventing adaptation plateaus and promoting
sustained hypertrophy. Do not forget that Intense
exercise, particularly when it is unaccustomed, can cause damage
to skeletal muscle.

CONCLUSION:

These three pillars –
Mechanical Tension, Metabolic
Stress, and Controlled Muscle
Damage – lay the groundwork
for effective muscle growth.
Understanding their
significance and incorporating
targeted strategies into your
training routine unlocks the
full potential of hypertrophy.
From lifting heavy with
compound movements
to embracing the burn
of metabolic stress and
strategically inducing muscle
damage, each element plays
a crucial role in sculpting
a powerful and resilient
physique.

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