Glossary term

Training volume

The amount of work performed, often described through sets, repetitions, distance or time.

Definition

The amount of work performed, often described through sets, repetitions, distance or time.

Why it matters

This concept helps explain how a program creates challenge, organizes workload or manages recovery. Understanding it makes program claims easier to evaluate.

Example

A well-written program should show how this concept appears in the weekly plan rather than relying on the term as marketing language.

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