Weekly Training Frequency Effects on Strength Gain: A Meta-Analysis

Methodology

Meta-analysis

Population

Multiple studies; mixed training status

Intervention

Higher vs lower weekly training frequency

Findings

Higher weekly frequency was associated with greater strength gains, but the effect was modest. For combined multi-joint and isolation exercises there was a trend towards higher frequency being more effective; volume appears more important than frequency.

Outcome measures

Maximal strength (1RM)

Limitations

Heterogeneity; few volume-equated studies; mostly untrained.

Original source

DOI: 10.1186/s40798-018-0149-9