Superset

How it is used

Gym programmes pair exercises in a superset to organise the session.

Example sentences

1. We paired a row and a press in the first superset.

   The two different exercises form one training pair.

2. The trainer split the superset because both machines were busy.

   Equipment availability prevents the planned pairing.

Common collocations

• perform a superset
• superset routine

Related terms

• setA group of repetitions of an exercise done one after another without stopping, followed by a short rest.
• circuit trainingA workout in which you move quickly from one exercise or station to the next with little rest, usually repeating the whole series several times.

More terms: Training & Workouts

• workout
• work out
• warm-up
• cool-down
• rep
• cardio
• strength training
• rest day
• HIIT
• progressive overload
• plateau
• training program