Community » Get Advice » Exercise and Fitness » Amount of Weight

Post: Post a New Reply  |  Start a New Topic in this Category
First Page   |   Previous Page   |   Next Page   |   Last Page
Amount of Weight : Community Message Boards
 AuthorTitle / Message Body
4everblessed 4everblessed
San Diego CA
Tue, Apr 10, 2012 19:04
 Unrated
Amount of Weight
When I'm doing strength training, should I use more weight with less reps or less weight with more reps?

TimeToFly TimeToFly
NU
Tue, Apr 10, 2012 23:04
 Unrated
Select a weight that fatigues the muscle but allows you to maintain proper form
I would start with 2 sets of 12 reps then move up to 3 sets of 15 reps before adding more weight.

freakfreeloader freakfreeloader
Edmonton AB
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 06:04
 Unrated
Training Method
The purpose of strength training is to build (neurological stength) The weight lifted is usually very heavy and therefore 4-6 sets 2-5 reps 3-4 minutes rest between sets. Hypertrophy (muscle development) shocks the muscle to stimulate a rapid increase in size. This is achieved by lifting moderate to heavy weight, usually 2-6 sets 6-12 reps 1-1.5 minuts rest between sets. Difinition this method of training stimulates a high cardiovascular rate and helps burn fatty tissue, while adding definition to the muscles. Exercises are preformed using a light to moderate weight 3-4 sets 18-25 reps 30-60 seconds rest between sets.

LotsaLbs2Lose LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 08:04
 Unrated
Start slow, build up...
Although I am not exactly ready to sport a beachbody, I once was cut, and lean-used to do weight training with a personal trainer/friend. She always went for muscle exhaustion at the end of the sets. She also would tell me, " If you are not feeling like you did any lifting/muscle work after doing sets, you might need to adjust the amount of weight you are lifting. Fatiguing the muscle is what causes you to burn glycogen." If you are just barely able to get throu

LotsaLbs2Lose LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 09:04
 Unrated
continued---
one set, and are needing to use momentum to lift them, then you are lifting too heavy. If you feel like it's all too easy after 2 sets of 15 reps per each exercise, then up the weights. Start off lightly and slowly, work your way up, proper form, will enure best results. Some people train heavy some days with less reps, and lighter other days with more. Supersetting is a great way to workout, to get the most from the weight you are able to lift, just doing all the exercising in a row with little rest. It's just great that you are doing weight training AT ALL-so many women believe it will "bulk them up" which will only happen if you over do it, great job on your fitness success.

1144 1144
Desert Hot Springs CA
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 12:04
 Unrated
Great Info
I use lighter weights and do more reps.

char8026 char8026
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 14:04
 Unrated
Amount of Weight
I like to lift heavier with less reps. When that gets easy, I add more weight.

8191 8191
CT
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 14:04
 Unrated
reps
more reps with less weight for tone

opposite for bulk

4everblessed 4everblessed
San Diego CA
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 14:04
 Unrated
Thank you everyone for the advice

LotsaLbs2Lose LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 16:04
 Unrated
First Page   |   Previous Page   |   Next Page   |   Last Page
Topic Rating: 
  • Delicious

Follow Us

Explore FitClick
Browse this section for quick links to our calorie counter and other popular diet and fitness features. From diet plans to weight loss programs, FitClick has the content you need to lead a healthy life. Find workout routines, a calorie calculator and more at your source for diet and fitness information.
We have updated our Privacy Policy, effective May 25, 2018. We have done this in preparation for the EU's new data privacy law, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Please take the time to review our updated documentation by clicking on the Privacy Policy link at the bottom of this page. By continuing to use this service on or after May 25, 2018, you agree to our updated Privacy Policy.