Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
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How long should you rest between sets to maximize muscle growth? And how does this vary based on exercise type, training intensity, and fitness level?
In this episode, I welcome back Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, an internationally renowned fitness expert, author, educator, lecturer, and researcher, who’s published over 300 peer-reviewed research articles on exercise science and sports nutrition.
We discuss the importance of rest intervals for muscle and strength gain, with Brad offering practical, evidence-based tips for lifters of all levels.
In this interview, you’ll learn . . .
The ideal rest period length for muscle growth and performance
Differences in rest requirements for trained vs. untrained individuals
The impact of training to failure on rest needs
How to auto-regulate rest periods for effective workouts
The advantages of short rest periods
And more . . .
So, if you'd like to optimize your gains and understand how rest impacts your training, click play and join the conversation.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
05:13 New Meta Analysis on Hypertrophy
10:20 Untrained vs. Trained Insights
11:30 Training to Failure Effects
12:06 Reps & Hypertrophy Importance
13:57 Individual Training Prescriptions
17:05 Indicators for Next Set Readiness
18:43 Pairing Sets Strategy
21:38 Programming Supersets
23:30 Best Exercises for Supersets
30:34 Thoughts on Pre-Exhaustion
36:53 How to Try Pre-Exhaustion
45:09 Short Rest & Hypertrophy
50:52 Shortening Rest in Training Blocks
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Mentioned on the Show:
Brad Schoenfeld Instagram: instagram.com/bradschoenfeldphd
Brad Schoenfeld X: https://x.com/BradSchoenfeld
Creatine Gummies: legionathletics.com/products/supplements/creatine-gummies/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=CreatineGummiesCTA
The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation: legionathletics.com/products/books/the-little-black-book-of-workout-motivation/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=LBBWMCTA
P.S. Want some help gaining your next 10-to-15 pounds of muscle? Or losing your next 10-to-15 pounds of fat? Or both at the same time?
Here are 5 ways I can assist whenever you’re ready, including free fitness plans, coaching, books, and more: mikematthews.co/yt
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How long should you rest between sets to maximize muscle growth? And how does this vary based on exercise type, training intensity, and fitness level?
In this episode, I welcome back Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, an internationally renowned fitness expert, author, educator, lecturer, and researcher, who’s published over 300 peer-reviewed research articles on exercise science and sports nutrition.
We discuss the importance of rest intervals for muscle and strength gain, with Brad offering practical, evidence-based tips for lifters of all levels.
In this interview, you’ll learn . . .
The ideal rest period length for muscle growth and performance
Differences in rest requirements for trained vs. untrained individuals
The impact of training to failure on rest needs
How to auto-regulate rest periods for effective workouts
The advantages of short rest periods
And more . . .
So, if you'd like to optimize your gains and understand how rest impacts your training, click play and join the conversation.
—
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
05:13 New Meta Analysis on Hypertrophy
10:20 Untrained vs. Trained Insights
11:30 Training to Failure Effects
12:06 Reps & Hypertrophy Importance
13:57 Individual Training Prescriptions
17:05 Indicators for Next Set Readiness
18:43 Pairing Sets Strategy
21:38 Programming Supersets
23:30 Best Exercises for Supersets
30:34 Thoughts on Pre-Exhaustion
36:53 How to Try Pre-Exhaustion
45:09 Short Rest & Hypertrophy
50:52 Shortening Rest in Training Blocks
—
Mentioned on the Show:
Brad Schoenfeld Instagram: instagram.com/bradschoenfeldphd
Brad Schoenfeld X: https://x.com/BradSchoenfeld
Creatine Gummies: legionathletics.com/products/supplements/creatine-gummies/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=CreatineGummiesCTA
The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation: legionathletics.com/products/books/the-little-black-book-of-workout-motivation/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=LBBWMCTA
