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Theory, weightlifting one rep max lifting builds muscle because of hormonal shifting
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The theory you’re referring to posits that performing one-rep max (1RM) lifts—essentially lifting the heaviest possible weight for a single repetition—can promote muscle hypertrophy (growth) primarily through acute hormonal responses. In essence, the intense stress of a max effort lift is thought to trigger a surge in anabolic hormones like testosterone, growth hormone (GH), and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), which then enhance protein synthesis, muscle repair, and overall growth. This idea stems from observations that heavy lifting elicits these hormonal elevations, potentially creating a more favorable environment for hypertrophy beyond just mechanical tension on the muscles.
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