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Story summary
- Cori Ritchey, fitness editor at Women’s Health, says fitness goals hinge on effort, not fixed rep ranges.
- A study shows similar muscle growth and strength across rep ranges when training to failure.
- Personal trainers advise lifting two to three times weekly, with recovery prioritized.
- Full-body workouts and compound exercises build functional strength.
- Progressive overload remains essential for continued gains.
