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Training close to failure

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Last discussed Nov 1, 2026

Lifting approach that ends sets within a few reps of muscular failure.

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Mike Israetel
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Used for: Building muscle vs: Training all the way to failure is not required

"False. But you have to get close. Within three, four reps away from failure is where most of the good gains seem to be happening."

The Fitness Expert: They’re LYING To You About Building M... · ▶ 29:54 · Nov 1, 2026
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