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Forced Reps
Extra reps helped by a spotter after the lifter reaches failure.
Short Definition
Extra reps helped by a spotter after the lifter reaches failure.
Plain-English Explanation
Forced Reps means extra reps helped by a spotter after the lifter reaches failure. In practice, it helps name informal gym talk without turning the phrase into science.
No Lies Lifting uses it as a plain-language reference point, not a magic rule by itself. Advanced bodybuilding technique.