WHAT IS IT? Marathon sets are defined by a rep target (subject to the trainee’s goals) that is meant to be achieved in as few total sets or time as possible. Typically, these will be done in a quasi-Rest-Pause fashion with less-than-full rest periods and sets taken to (or close

Execution Cues: – Initialize the setup with a knee-high soft box or bench that is stable and resistant to sliding. The barbell should be loaded with standardized diameter plates (ideally, bumper plates) to create a consistent range-of-motion even with loads below 135lbs. The trainee should be able to easily roll

Pain and discomfort are unfortunate parts of exercise which become even more apparent the longer and more seriously you perform the endeavor. But despite the unavoidable presence of aches/pains, there is a threshold that — if exceeded — should lead to immediate program changes to prevent exacerbating the issue. Once