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The science behind how you train.
Evidence-based, jargon-free guides to the ideas Adaptiv programmes around — so every decision in your plan makes sense.
- Rest periods
How long to rest between sets — and why rushing doesn't help
How long to rest between sets: 2–3 minutes on main lifts, 60–90 seconds on isolation. What shorter rest costs, when it makes sense, and when it doesn't.
17 min read
- Beginner
Resistance training terminology: a plain-English glossary for beginners
Reps, sets, RPE, 1RM, hypertrophy, deload — the resistance training terms beginners actually need, each explained plainly and shown in context.
16 min read
- RPE
RPE-based training: what it is and why it matters
RPE, or rate of perceived exertion, measures how hard a set feels using reps in reserve. Here's how it guides load, volume, and progression.
17 min read
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