Sports Med Open July 2023 PMID 37523092

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Lena Kristiansen Sødal, Eirik Kristiansen, Stian Larsen, Roland van den Tillaar

Full text PDF Download social card

Mentions

113

Peak: 35 in Aug 2023

across 4 sources since Jul 2023

Extended reach

329,215

potential audience

Total likes

3,238

Video views

154,343

Mentions per month

Jul 2023 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

X / Twitter71 posts
News32 articles
YouTube7 videos
Reddit3 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several discussions highlight the practical applications of the publication's findings, with users mentioning that drop sets can provide similar muscle growth in less time, often using phrases like "time-efficient training" and expressions of personal experiences. The tone reflects optimism and a sense of urgency in adopting drop sets, clearly indicating how the publication resonates with those seeking to maximize their workout effectiveness.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions generally support the findings of the publication, noting the similarity in effects between drop sets and traditional training methods.

InterestHigh interest

Many contributors express high curiosity about the findings and implications for training regimens, indicating a strong interest in optimizing workout efficiency.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some participants engage in a more surface-level discussion, a good number delve into specific aspects of drop sets and their practicality.

ImpactHigh impact

There is a consensus that the publication's insights on drop sets could significantly influence workout strategies for time-constrained individuals.

Abstract in brief

Drop sets are a time-efficient training method involving sets taken to muscle failure, followed by reducing the load for subsequent sets.
A systematic review and meta-analysis compared the effects of drop sets versus traditional sets on muscle hypertrophy, analyzing data from six studies with 142 participants.
Both training methods showed significant increases in muscle hypertrophy, but no significant difference in effectiveness was found between drop sets and traditional training.

Read the full abstract

All mentions

Drop Sets vs Traditional Training: Effects on Muscle Hypertrophy

Drop sets are a time-efficient training method that involve sets taken to muscle failure, followed by reducing the load for subsequent sets. This video explores the effects of drop sets versus traditional sets on muscle…

パーカーフィットネス【Science Basedトレーナー】 · Aug 23, 2023 75,584 views

Understanding Drop Sets for Efficient Muscle Growth

In this video, Dr. Milo Wolf explains how drop sets are a time-efficient method for muscle hypertrophy. A systematic review highlights their effectiveness compared to traditional sets, showing similar increases in…

Dr. Milo Wolf · Nov 7, 2023 46,379 views

Impact of Drop Sets on Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review

This video delves into a systematic review of drop sets as a time-efficient training method. It compares drop sets to traditional sets on muscle hypertrophy, analyzing data from multiple studies. Discover the findings…

Chris Sittas · Apr 10, 2025 18,771 views

Exploring the Basics of Quantum Mechanics and Its Applications

This video explores the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, providing insights into its principles and applications. We delve into key concepts such as wave-particle duality, superposition, and entanglement…

健康の雑学 · May 19, 2025 8,570 views

Efficiency of Drop Sets for Muscle Hypertrophy Explained

This video analyzes a recent scientific study on the effectiveness of drop sets for muscle hypertrophy. It explores whether drop sets offer significant advantages over traditional sets for muscle growth, presenting…

Owl Performance · Apr 6, 2024 2,996 views

Time-Efficient Workout Techniques: Science-Based Insights

In this video, I explore science-based time-saving techniques for workouts. Drop sets, a method involving sets to muscle failure followed by reduced load, offer efficient training benefits similar to traditional sets…

Mo Adly · Jun 30, 2024 1,244 views

Effective Drop Set Technique for Muscle Intensification

This video explains the drop set method, an advanced training technique involving performing reps to failure, then reducing weight immediately to continue. Proper use enhances training intensity and muscle fatigue…

Rafa Lund · Feb 26, 2025 707 views

Resistance Training Frequency for Optimal Muscle Hypertrophy

This video explores how often muscles should be trained to maximize hypertrophy. A systematic review shows that training frequency does not significantly affect muscle growth if workout volume remains constant, allowing…

Nicolás Flores · Nov 16, 2023 95 views

@Flub0v · X

@RadioActivateed https://t.co/gfklS9Frks تقدر تشوف الدراسه هذي عليها

Sep 16, 2025 · 27 followers View post →

Chris Browning

@cbpt_uk · X

RT @StianLa07849895: A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in @SportsMedicineJ where we compared the effects of drop sets vs.…

Dec 20, 2024 · 2 shares · 5,660 followers View post →

Klāvs Ēvelis

@Klavs__ · X

@juris_8 @IlmarsGeiba @thearmi @kaarlis128 @JurgisLiepnieks Jep. Un ar vien vairāk rakstu nāk ārā par to vai to vispār vajag. https://t.co/8nlr8yWeJ4 Par drop setiem https://t.co/YoJRE2METO https://t.co/YcgpAVuaNs 2 par failure

Jul 31, 2024 · 1,395 followers View post →

Anand Samuel

@Anand_A_Samuel · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 26, 2024 · 26 shares · 127 followers View post →

Hugo | Enseignant en APA

@Hugo_EAPA · X

L'entraînement en drop-set (série dégressive) a des effets similaires sur l'hypertrophie musculaire par rapport à l'entraînement en résistance traditionnel. https://t.co/j9rW5fgvij

Jun 23, 2024 · 545 followers View post →

Bongani Mayosi Health Sciences Library (BMHSL)

@uct_bmhsl · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 18, 2024 · 26 shares · 1,599 followers View post →

Kinetic Impact

@KineticImpactRP · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 17, 2024 · 26 shares · 154 followers View post →

Danilo Amorim

@danilonutripers · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 17, 2024 · 26 shares · 104 followers View post →

Dino

@dino3355 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 17, 2024 · 26 shares · 122 followers View post →

jaque ❤️

@julianaaltamira · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 16, 2024 · 26 shares · 115 followers View post →

Jose

@Jose_8523 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 16, 2024 · 26 shares · 293 followers View post →

Ferré Sauvage Antoine

@SauvageFerre · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 16, 2024 · 26 shares · 73 followers View post →

Dan Patrick

@mdpatrick · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 2,030 followers View post →

William Amaral

@_sempreguica · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 122 followers View post →

Ideefixe - Ιντεφίξ

@idefix_ideefixe · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 13 followers View post →

USK

@gohandaisuki555 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 593 followers View post →

Andras

@_MrLarryLove · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 1,661 followers View post →

Mind Your Science!

@MindYourSci · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 133 followers View post →

Shaun Tyler

@ShaunTylerPT · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 426 followers View post →

Colleen Griffith

@Griffith17431 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 934 followers View post →

Dr. Shashank Joshi

@AskDrShashank · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 32,526 followers View post →

Anan

@Anan83174H · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 30 followers View post →

Strength By Fitness

@StrengthbyMike · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 334 followers View post →

OJSN

@iamojsn · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 14,960 followers View post →

Pablo Najera

@pablonajeraEF · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 132 followers View post →

Daniel Moreno

@DanielG73818380 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 26 shares · 90 followers View post →

Daniel Berglind, PhD

@DanielBerglind · X

Meta-analysis: drop-set training has similar effects on muscle hypertrophy

Jun 15, 2024 · 111 likes · 26 shares · 7,750 followers View post →

Cameron Dietz

@CoachCam10 · X

Research credit: Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Lena Kristiansen Sødal et al.

Apr 22, 2024 · 3,638 followers View post →

Warn

@heidfeldmafia · X

@ImNotBekim Fun maybe, but not necessarily for effectiveness I fear Effects of drop sets on skeletal muscle hypertrophy: a systematic review and meta-analysis Lena Kristiansen Sødal, Eirik Kristiansen, Stian Larsen, Roland van den Tillaar Sports Medicine-Open 9 (1), 66, 2023

Mar 7, 2024 · 1 like · 2,286 followers View post →

sareussu

@sareussu · X

RT @sareussu: You REALLY don't have time for exercise? Try HIIT for cardio. And Dropsets for resistance training. Same benefits in 1/3 o…

Feb 16, 2024 · 1 share · 178 followers View post →

sareussu

@sareussu · X

You REALLY don't have time for exercise? Try HIIT for cardio. And Dropsets for resistance training. Same benefits in 1/3 of the time. https://t.co/I7XHvHWBXf

Feb 6, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 178 followers View post →

sareussu

@sareussu · X

I love doing drop-sets to failure. They are more time efficient. I like the last one with no weight at all. Just moving your hand and squeezing the muscle as hard as you can. https://t.co/I7XHvHWBXf

Jan 29, 2024 · 1 like · 178 followers View post →

庵野拓将 (Takumasa Anno)

@takumasa39 · X

リンク https://t.co/5ivyL3DZ8W

Nov 25, 2023 · 5 likes · 27,578 followers View post →

Goodhealth_._

@CroxFit · X

Drop- sets can also be an effective tool, when you have limited time for the work out session. Our life-journey have different phases and we have different tools to handle it. https://t.co/X6zEcotk3c

Sep 14, 2023 · 345 followers View post →

AKSHAY

@Danaveni_Akshay · X

RT @jacksonfyfe: A new meta-analysis found drop sets promote similar muscle growth to traditional resistance training sets in half the time…

Aug 16, 2023 · 7 shares · 114 followers View post →

BB3 Daily ROAR

@BB3DailyRoar · X

RT @jacksonfyfe: A new meta-analysis found drop sets promote similar muscle growth to traditional resistance training sets in half the time…

Aug 15, 2023 · 7 shares · 73 followers View post →

Workout School

@school_workout · X

RT @jacksonfyfe: A new meta-analysis found drop sets promote similar muscle growth to traditional resistance training sets in half the time…

Aug 15, 2023 · 7 shares · 32 followers View post →

Morgan Williams

@drmorgs · X

RT @jacksonfyfe: A new meta-analysis found drop sets promote similar muscle growth to traditional resistance training sets in half the time…

Aug 15, 2023 · 7 shares · 1,940 followers View post →

Jasmin Hutchinson

@DrJazzbop · X

RT @jacksonfyfe: A new meta-analysis found drop sets promote similar muscle growth to traditional resistance training sets in half the time…

Aug 14, 2023 · 7 shares · 471 followers View post →

Jackson Fyfe, PhD

@jacksonfyfe · X

Aug 14, 2023 · 33 likes · 7 shares · 8,347 followers View post →

Hugo | Enseignant en APA

@Hugo_EAPA · X

Si tu n'as pas le temps, l'entraînement en bi-set est une stratégie efficace pour maximiser l'hypertrophie. https://t.co/HAH052wKeC

Aug 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 545 followers View post →

Craig Liebenson

@CraigLiebenson · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 10, 2023 · 20 shares · 8,217 followers View post →

Raul

@RaulM06 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 854 followers View post →

MaxFunctionFitness

@MaxFunctionFit · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 38 followers View post →

Jose

@Jose_8523 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 293 followers View post →

Bayar Jaff

@JaffBayar · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 606 followers View post →

Wang Zhongyang

@Wang92888 · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 101 followers View post →

3MAP Lab

@3maplab · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 691 followers View post →

Alex Ojeda-Aravena

@AOjeda_Aravena · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 95 followers View post →

Shorsh

@shorshamid · X

https://t.co/oGxm2gLyJG

Aug 9, 2023 · 87 followers View post →

Zack

@keychupkicap · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 390 followers View post →

H. W. P.

@Hong_Physio · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 100 followers View post →

Qinlong Liu

@QinlongLiu · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 23 followers View post →

Argón

@metilargon · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 354 followers View post →

Luis Servando

@luiss_servando · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 376 followers View post →

Michael Mac Millan

@DrMikemacmillan · X

Wouldn’t it be nice to have technology that automatically lowered the resistance? Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis https://t.co/A1nnE2QkEa

Aug 9, 2023 · 1 like · 316 followers View post →

OMV

@OMVSportMed · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 127 followers View post →

Kristopher Mendes de Souza

@KristopherDoc · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 67 followers View post →

Daniel Corchado

@med__gym · X

Aug 9, 2023 · 1,883 followers View post →

Workout School

@school_workout · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 32 followers View post →

Madhan Ramanathan

@sportsphysiouk · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 20 shares · 1,135 followers View post →

Daniel Berglind, PhD

@DanielBerglind · X

Meta-analysis: strength training

Aug 9, 2023 · 103 likes · 20 shares · 7,750 followers View post →

Alex

@AlexViKu · X

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis https://t.co/SccTRPSTyr

Aug 9, 2023 · 97 followers View post →

Fat Fighting

@FatFightingClub · X

ในบางรูปแบบของการใช้ Drop set เราสามารถที่จะใช้เวลาเพียงครึ่ง หรือหนึ่งในสามของการจัดเซ็ทแบบปกติที่ทำๆกัน ถ้าจะนำมาใช้เพื่อหวังผลในการประหยัดเวลาจะได้ไปทำอย่างอื่นก็ถือว่าตอบโจทย์อยู่ครับ https://t.co/Mj3ibY77Cv

Aug 3, 2023 · 1 like · 10,014 followers View post →

Lorenzo S.Wayne

@LorenzoSWayne · X

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis | Sports Medicine - Open | Full Text https://t.co/iAQYQMRdoa

Aug 3, 2023 · 1 like · 51 followers View post →

Nick Krontiris

@nick_krontiris · X

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (open access) https://t.co/44MitE8Spt #exercise #fitness #fit #FitFam #FitLife #FitnessAddict #Workout #TrainHard #GymLife #GymTime #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #hypertrophy #gainz

Aug 2, 2023 · 3 likes · 19,107 followers View post →

Ariel Nascimento PT

@Ariel_nasc · X

RT @Mattjones0203: Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. https://t.co/Otrih4AmzR

Aug 1, 2023 · 1 share · 178 followers View post →

Leandro Santos

@DrLeandroSantos · X

#Drop-set é uma estratégia eficiente para maximizar a #hipertrofia quando o tempo é limitado para a sessão de TR. Não é superior ao sistema tradicional, mas possibilita incrementos semelhantes com tempo reduzido em casa sessão. https://t.co/sZLzFnNUg4

Aug 1, 2023 · 134 followers View post →

Matt Jones

@Mattjones0203 · X

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. https://t.co/Otrih4AmzR

Jul 31, 2023 · 16 likes · 1 share · 1,276 followers View post →

Markus Haugen

@haugs96 · X

RT @StianLa07849895: A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in @SportsMedicineJ where we compared the effects of drop sets vs.…

Jul 31, 2023 · 2 shares · 477 followers View post →

Dr. Stian Larsen

@StianLa07849895 · X

A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in @SportsMedicineJ where we compared the effects of drop sets vs. traditional sets on muscle hypertrophy. Link here: https://t.co/aIgj0Gfnse

Jul 31, 2023 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 136 followers View post →

Effects of Drop Sets on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Mentions per month

Where it's discussed

What people are saying

Abstract in brief

Top posts

All mentions