Question about reps

[comrade00]

When trying to put on size, is it better to do the good old fashioned start with 15 rep warmup for 4 sets and go 12,10,8,6 reps and going up in weight each rep? Or should it be done backwards where you warm up with 15, but start heavy at 6 and keep going lighter each set until you get to 12...(on something like incline dumbel bench)

This month's issue of MuscleMag had a routine like that in there and they said it works better when trying to put on size. Whats your input?

 

[Vino 1]

I was always taught low reps heavy weight for mass and low weight high reps to tone up. I've been using the pyramid style like u said in your first statement for a while and I've put on over 15pds, but also eating a lot along with it. Started the 5x5 routine yesterday tho gonna give it a shot

 

[Hog928]

I was always taught low reps heavy weight for mass and low weight high reps to tone up. I've been using the pyramid style like u said in your first statement for a while and I've put on over 15pds, but also eating a lot along with it. Started the 5x5 routine yesterday tho gonna give it a shot

And always keep your body guessing. Change your routine up and do different workouts.

 

[Vino 1]

True. I started the 5x5 routine yesterday and I'm sore as hell today!

 

[Hog928]

Nothing like changing things around and leaving the gym barely able to put your arm on the steering wheel lol

 

[comrade00]

how often should you change the routine up?

 

[93stangers]

how often should you change the routine up?

I prefer to go 3 months max! Of course ill throw a new 1-3 day workout in once a month to keep things interesting. Basically, you have to listen to your body and watch your gains physically and strength wise. As long as your gaining at a fair pace, stick with it!

 

[juced_porkchop]

I do 1-3 warm up sets with higher reps then i go to low reps (6-8) as max till i cant anymore (many sets and i last about 40min per muscle being focused on) works well for me. also dont workout everyday 3-4days a week. I go eod (2-3) on or off cycle. most seem to overdo it. you grow when resting not in gym.