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Hello,

I am doing 5x5 set rep scheme. I am trying to do a healthy bulk and i have gained 1 lb already. I never actually timed myself between sets but i think i need to start doing so.

I am trying to gain muscle, so i need to know how long my breaks should be between sets?

Also, i am trying to get faster sprinting wise, and i am doing all the compund lifts, but i know i am supposed to lift as fast as possible but sometimes i try to but i dont think i am. Will this affect my speed, for example on squats i do it fast but i think i can go faster. Will this affect my speed?

Thanks
 
soccergod said:
Hello,

I am doing 5x5 set rep scheme. I am trying to do a healthy bulk and i have gained 1 lb already. I never actually timed myself between sets but i think i need to start doing so.

I am trying to gain muscle, so i need to know how long my breaks should be between sets?

Also, i am trying to get faster sprinting wise, and i am doing all the compund lifts, but i know i am supposed to lift as fast as possible but sometimes i try to but i dont think i am. Will this affect my speed, for example on squats i do it fast but i think i can go faster. Will this affect my speed?

Thanks
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Just time it to whatever feels good for you
For instance i like to get to the next set as quick as possible "usually more then 30 second break in between" but others can not quite do it that quick
of course you can not take to long other wise your muscles can "cool down" in simple terms.

as for running speed, Speed is greatly determined by genetics however running style will help greatly also work on your calfs,ankles,and thighs to some degree to help with speed
you need to work your fast twitch muscle fibers so do leg exercises as quick as you safely can.

______________________running style
Run on your toes stay off your heels
When your foot hits the ground it should never go behind you , always directly under the body never any further back
Pump your arms as fast as you can
Keep your hands open palms flat
Arms to your sides "though some do better when the hand over laps the chest"
Lean forward not back
and DO NOT THINK - it slows you down.
 
soccergod said:
Hello,

I am doing 5x5 set rep scheme. I am trying to do a healthy bulk and i have gained 1 lb already. I never actually timed myself between sets but i think i need to start doing so.

I am trying to gain muscle, so i need to know how long my breaks should be between sets?
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Well a 5x5 program is more strength based, you can attain SOME hypertrophy but a 3x10 (to keep it simple anyway) would be better. AS far as rest between those sets I would stick to 45-90 secs range. It depends on experience and exercise but a good range to stick in for hypertrophy.

Also, i am trying to get faster sprinting wise, and i am doing all the compound lifts, but i know i am supposed to lift as fast as possible but sometimes i try to but i dont think i am. Will this affect my speed, for example on squats i do it fast but i think i can go faster. Will this affect my speed?
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Focus on your fast lifting the best you can just don't compromise form or intensity.

You have some conflicting training needs, you need some solid focus.
 
the time doesnt matter,if you take to short a time and cant lift the next set then its a waste,so take enought time so that you can lift the next set.
 
I would agree with what has generally be said above. The 5x5 programme is designed primarily as a strenght based programme and not a bulking programme. So you will have to decide which is your more important goal, size or strenght. Truthfully I would stick with the strenght goal first and then if you decide to do a bulk after that you can look for size at that point
 
will i am eating 500 calories more for bulking. So will 5x5 give me significant gains on mass or will that extra 500 cal turn to fat?

I am also trying ot be a better athletic, do i want strength or mass to get faster?

also i really want mass only in my upper body, i want strength and speed in my lower. So is it ok if i do 4x8 for upper body excercises and 5x5 for lower body?

Please i really need answers for these.
thanks
 
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Im not too familiar with the 5x5 but for a higher strength rep range, I would say no more than 90 seconds.

If you start with singles, doubles, or triples, than you're gonna need more rest.
 
Why 500? why not an extra 200 or 300? Don't get to caught up in numbers. Yes, if you consume too many calories too fast you will gain a nice spare tire.

If you want to be a better faster athlete and you are not a nose tackle or holding a position where you need mass, it will only slow you down. Gain strenght and speed first. They added mass may come as a side effect of the training.

I doubt if that rep scheme will give you what you want. You sound like you are pretty new to the weight lifting game. Being a new guy you will want to stick with higher rep ranges until you get a few years under your belt. Also, the weight training is not the primary training for an athlete. Sprinters SPRINT. So create a training regiment allowing sprint drills.
 
I play lacrosse, i am already a fast athlete i just want to be faster and stronger. I also want to look good muscle wise. So i am going to stick with the 5x5 for about 4 weeks until lacrosse.
but about my question, if i do 5x5 and eat 3000 calories, will i gain fat more then muscle because i am not training for hypertrophy?

ok i am trying to say that, I really want strength over mass because mass will make me slower. SO I just want to know if i do strength specific training should i eat maintenace, or calorie surplus?
 
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