Upping volume after a break

Training Q&A [Moderated]
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Hi there - I was following a self-made HLM template before Christmas and was going into the next phase which required upping volume. I unfortunately haven’t trained over the xmas period, so it will be 2 weeks since I lifted when I get back in the gym (foolish I know).

Would you recommend still upping the volume and adjusting weight based on RPE, or taking a week/two to get back into the swing of things before upping volume?

Many thanks

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I probably would not recommend immediately increasing the training volume following a break, but rather gradually working up to it over a block or series of weeks.

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