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Volitional Failure
The point where the lifter chooses or is unable to continue.
Short Definition
The point where the lifter chooses or is unable to continue.
Plain-English Explanation
Volitional Failure means the point where the lifter chooses or is unable to continue. In practice, it helps name how hard a set, session, or effort really is.
No Lies Lifting uses it as a plain-language reference point, not a magic rule by itself. Similar to training to failure.