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Effects of resistance training performed to repetition non-failure on exercise performance in healthy adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation·July 6, 2026·PMID 42410632
Why it mattersFor performance and longevity specialists, this meta-analysis clarifies that training to failure is not required for neuromuscular adaptations, potentially reducing injury risk and fatigue while maintaining or even slightly improving dynamic strength gains.
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