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Workout Volume Calculator

Calculate total workout volume from sets, reps and weight.

운동 1
세트
kg
총 운동 볼륨
2,400kg

1개 운동, 4세트

운동별 볼륨

벤치프레스2,400 kg (4x10x60kg)
총 볼륨2,400 kg

Overview

Calculate total workout volume (Volume Load) from sets, reps, and weight. Workout volume is a key metric for hypertrophy and strength development, essential for managing progressive overload.

Formula

Volume Load = Sets × Reps × Weight (kg)

Example: Bench Press 4 sets × 10 reps × 60 kg = 2,400 kg

Weekly Volume = Sum of all session volumes for the week

Optimal Weekly Sets per Muscle Group:
• Beginner: 10–12 sets/week
• Intermediate: 12–18 sets/week
• Advanced: 18–25+ sets/week

How to Use

  1. 1Select or enter the exercise name.
  2. 2Enter the weight (kg) and reps for each set.
  3. 3Add sets and the total volume is summed automatically.
  4. 4Combine multiple exercises to see the total session volume.

Tips

  • Keep volume increases within 10% per week to prevent overtraining.
  • At equal volume, heavier weight favors strength while higher reps favor hypertrophy.
  • During deload weeks, reduce volume to 50–60% to allow recovery.
  • Track weekly sets per muscle group to maintain a balanced program.
  • Logging volume in a training journal helps track long-term progress.

FAQ

Q. Why is workout volume important?

Research shows hypertrophy is highly correlated with training volume (sets × reps × weight). Progressively increasing volume — known as progressive overload — is the most important principle for muscle growth. Tracking volume enables systematic programming.

Q. What happens if volume is too high?

Excessive volume can lead to Overtraining Syndrome, causing accumulated fatigue, decreased performance, and increased injury risk. It is important not to exceed your individual MRV (Maximum Recoverable Volume).

Q. Is it better to go light with many reps or heavy with few reps?

For hypertrophy, research shows similar outcomes when total volume is equated (provided effort is at least RPE 7). Heavy loads (1–5RM) are superior for maximal strength, while light loads with high reps develop muscular endurance.

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