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Progressive Overload

Progressive overload is the principle of gradually increasing the difficulty of your workouts to stimulate continued muscle growth. This can be done by:

  • Adding more weight
  • Increasing reps or sets
  • Slowing down tempo (increasing time under tension)
  • Reducing rest time

Without progressive overload, your muscles adapt and growth stalls. It’s the single most important principle behind long-term results.