"progressive overload" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: progressive overloads [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} progressive overload (countable and uncountable, plural progressive overloads)
  1. (bodybuilding) A gradual increase of stress on a muscle as it grows in strength. Tags: countable, uncountable Categories (topical): Bodybuilding
    Sense id: en-progressive_overload-en-noun-QdGD4cbU Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: bodybuilding, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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