Question on reps/resting

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Im just starting out lifting weights and have done a lot of reading up on the different exercises i should perform. Im just not sure of the proper way to go about them.

Say i am doing 3x6 squats, 3x6 deadlifts, 3x6 benchpress, etc. Should i do one set of something, then move on to another set of a different exercise. Or should i do all 3 sets of one exercise in a row? If so how much rest in between?

Thanks
brian
 
Zepplin11 said:
Im just starting out lifting weights and have done a lot of reading up on the different exercises i should perform. Im just not sure of the proper way to go about them.

Say i am doing 3x6 squats, 3x6 deadlifts, 3x6 benchpress, etc. Should i do one set of something, then move on to another set of a different exercise. Or should i do all 3 sets of one exercise in a row? If so how much rest in between?

Thanks
brian
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If you're doing for example 3x6 hammer curls, 3x6 concentration curls, tricep kickbacks 3x6 , do all 3 sets in a row for the first exercise, and continue to the next exercise, do the 3 sets for that exercise and so on.
 
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In its most basic and fundelmental format, one would do sets in one exercise and then move on to the next one.

Personally, I strictly time (through a stop watch) all time between sets (TBS), as I view this period as with many other logistics within weight training as one element among many that can be used to increase intensity, assist with breaking plateaus (of reps, etc), and an area to facilitate muscle growth/strength (considering diet equal here) if manipulated correctly.

Sometimes, persons within weight training become too narrow minded when confronted with problems when training, when in fact they utilize and perform the very things that can be used to iron out the complication they may be experiencing.

Therefore in its most basic format (not adding in any advanced methods), you would peform sets of squats, and then move on to do sets of Dead Lifts, as an example. The Time between Sets (TBS), can depend on a persons goal, rep ranges, etc (and experience), but tradionally its between 1 to 3 minutes (approx), with some taking longer dependent on goals.

Here is an article on rest periods:

Bodybuilding.com - Topic Of The Week - What Is The Optimal Time Between Sets For Muscle Growth?


Best of luck in all that you do!

Chillen
 
Chillen said:
In its most basic and fundelmental format, one would do sets in one exercise and then move on to the next one.

Personally, I strictly time (through a stop watch) all time between sets (TBS), as I view this period as with many other logistics within weight training as one element among many that can be used to increase intensity, assist with breaking plateaus (of reps, etc), and an area to facilitate muscle growth/strength (considering diet equal here) if manipulated correctly.
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Interesting.

What was your " time between sets " for your most recent legs workout ......chest workout........and arms workout respectively ?

And ( if different ) how did you determine which " time between sets " to use for each ?

And why do you need to use the degree of accuracy afforded by a stopwatch ?
 
Should i do one set of something, then move on to another set of a different exercise.
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If you find that that works well for you, yes.

Or should i do all 3 sets of one exercise in a row?
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If you find that that works well for you, yes.

Try both. I have. I like the second option better personally, it work best for me. On the other hand my training partner never does only one exercise at a time, always 2 or 3. He has had great success. (he is the #1 ranked amateur strongman in the US)

You will have to try both to find out what your best bet is.

If so how much rest in between?
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That one you will have to play with as well. Chillin is right, manipulating rest periods is a great way to make a simple change to your workout to push you into getting better results.

You will find that sometimes you are better off with longer rest periods, other times you are better off with shorter rest periods. A lot will depend upon the reps, amount of weight you are using, as well as your training experience. (Chillin hit on this one as well)

With all your questions you will find all different combinations of training will work for you at some point in your training career. That is part of the fun of training, learning about yourself and what you have the greatest success with.

The only way to get your answer is to train hard and make changes as you progress in your training experience.
 
Well my goals are like most here. I am making a lifestyle change to eat healthy and get in shape. I am about 6'1 and weigh 185-190ish (28 yrs old). I have quite a bit of belly fat i would like to get rid of. About 2 years ago i weighed 230, so i know i can dedicate myself to it. Its just that its hard to put together all the information on how to go about it. So overall i want to add muscle and slim down. I enjoy reading your posts also Chillen, you have some very useful information. Glad to know you are here ( and others ) to help me out. Much appreciated
 
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