021 Why Counting “Half Sets” for Secondary Muscles Doesn't Make Sense

In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present , Jake and Chris break down Dick DuBois’ 1954 full-body routine (and we finally have some pull-ups!). They then tackle the “half-set” myth, why counting half sets for secondary muscles make any sense and how to adjust multi joint exercises to bias growth in a particular muscle. Key topics include: • Dick DuBois’ 1954 full-body plan • The “Half-Set” problem • Damage in secondary muscles • Using multi joint exercises in beginner vs advanced lifters