Giant Sets Routines - Calves

Performing a giant set routine for the calf muscles is designed to shock the muscle group and force it to develop at an accelerated rate. As with all giant sets that are performed across all muscle groups, the intensity is high and the demands placed on the muscle group are taxing.

More specifically, giant sets are an advanced weight training technique that can be used to shock the muscles and increase the rate at which muscle strength, density, and size are realized.

Individuals considering adding giant sets to their workout routine should have at least one year of weight training experience, a reasonable level of strength, and be familiar with the proper form required to perform each of the exercises.

Giant sets are performed on a single muscle group at a time and generally consist of performing 3 or more exercises per muscle group. Typically 3 to 5 sets per exercise are performed with the number of repetitions ranging from 8 to 12. The exercises chosen for each muscle group should work the muscle from various angles and complement one another.

To perform a giant set for a specific muscle group, choose 3 or more exercises for that muscle group. Perform one set of each of the exercises with no more than 5 to 15 seconds of rest in between each exercise. Once you have completed a set of each of the exercises you have completed one giant set. Rest for 2 to 3 minutes and repeat the process until all giant sets for the muscle group have been completed. A giant set should be repeated 3 to 5 times per muscle group. The entire giant set workout for the individual muscle group is completed once the final giant set has been performed.

Note: It is recommended that a giant set be performed only once or twice per muscle group per month as the intent is to shock the muscle. In addition, allow at least 48 hours rest before exercising the same muscle group again.