The problem when it comes to lifting weight, is all too often people either have no idea what to do, or spend too much time arguing over petty, insignificant details. We have a term for this: Majoring in the minors. --
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But for most people, most of the time, you only need to understand a few basic principles to get a solid workout in. You don’t need to worry about the “ideal” set and rep scheme (it doesn’t exist), or if whether doing 5 reps is better than doing 8 reps (it doesn’t really matter). Instead, stick to the fundamentals. And focus on consistency. --
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Do the big exercises first (push, pull, hinge, squat, carry, and twist), and use progressive resistance. Isolation exercises are fine, but shouldn’t be the bulk of your workout—not if you want to get stronger. Train 3x/week. Now, is 4/x week better? Again, stop majoring in the minors. Once you’re 100% consistent training 3x/week, chances are you won’t worry about if you should train 4x/week or not. --
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For strength, lift heavier and for fewer reps. For muscle, a little lighter, a little higher rep. Honestly, if you just focus your reps around 5 – 10 range, for 3 – 4 sets, and work toward moving more weight every week—you’re going to be fine. Don’t overcomplicate this. You’re literally doing something so primeval—lifting weight. The secret to which is to make it simple and keep it that way. Don’t let thinking get in your way. “Just shut up and lift.”
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Strong ON!
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- Pat
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