There's nothing at all wrong with straight sets. You can use them effectively to get seriously big and strong—if you have the time. But even if you do just a few selective paired sets here and there, it can make a huge difference.
What's a paired set? Think of it as a superset, but without the frantic "no rest" mindset. Instead, you rest as much as you need to, but no longer. There are plenty of unique pairings in the popular True Muscle program I created for Bodybuilding.com, but I've found many others over the years.
If you're into the scientific evidence on why paired sets are great, a 2010 study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research investigated the acute effects of performing paired-set vs. traditional-set protocols over three consecutive sets in trained men. This research concluded that paired-set training may be more effective than traditional-set training at enabling lifters to handle maximum volume in their workout. The researchers suggested...
Source: The 6 Grittiest Paired Sets You're Not Doing
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