title: Clarity in reporting terminology and definitions of set endpoints in resistance training.
abstract: Previous resistance training (RT) recommendations and position stands have addressed variables that can be manipulated when producing RT interventions. However, 1 variable that has received little discussion is set endpoints (i.e., the endpoint of a set of repetitions). Set endpoints in RT are often considered to be proximity to momentary failure and are thought to be a primary variable determining effort in RT. Further, there has been ambiguity in the use and definition of terminology that has created issues in interpretation of research findings. The purpose of this paper was to: (1) provide an overview of the ambiguity in historical terminology around set endpoints; (2) propose a clearer set of definitions related to set endpoints; and (3) highlight the issues created by poor terminology and definitions. It is hoped this may permit greater clarity in reporting, interpretation, and application of RT interventions for researchers and practitioners. Muscle Nerve 56: 368-374, 2017.
authors.affiliation: Centre for Health, Exercise, and Sport Science, School of Sport, Health and Social Sciences, Southampton Solent University, East Park Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 0YN, UK.
authors.forename: James
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Steele
authors.affiliation: Centre for Health, Exercise, and Sport Science, School of Sport, Health and Social Sciences, Southampton Solent University, East Park Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 0YN, UK.
authors.forename: James
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Fisher
authors.affiliation: Institute of Sport Science, University of Koblenz-Landau, Landau, Germany.
authors.forename: Jürgen
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Giessing
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Physical Education and Dance, Federal University of Goiás, Goiás, Brazil.
authors.forename: Paulo
authors.identifier: 0000-0003-2459-4977
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Gentil
mesh_terms: D023381:Endpoint Determination / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D053580:Muscle Strength / Q000502:physiology; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000502:physiology; D010807:Physical Endurance / Q000502:physiology; D055070:Resistance Training / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D009626:Terminology as Topic
keywords: effort; intensity; momentary failure; muscle; repetition maximum; strength