Hi gang,
During some recent research I came across this article on Breaking Muscle about rep ranges at various weights.
I agree with the author that different people will have obviously different training needs. However, outside of a CrossFit or a Gym Jones WOD-style workout, where the weight is intentionally light (50-60%) I've never worked barbell lifts in sets of more than 5. Lots of sets of 5 in Wendler's 5/3/1 program but most often triples at 80% or doubles at 90%. I've never come close to the double digit rep schemes he describes.
I'm not trying to bash the author, I have read other articles he's written and enjoyed them, but I'm just confused. What are your thoughts on this article?
jvs
During some recent research I came across this article on Breaking Muscle about rep ranges at various weights.
I agree with the author that different people will have obviously different training needs. However, outside of a CrossFit or a Gym Jones WOD-style workout, where the weight is intentionally light (50-60%) I've never worked barbell lifts in sets of more than 5. Lots of sets of 5 in Wendler's 5/3/1 program but most often triples at 80% or doubles at 90%. I've never come close to the double digit rep schemes he describes.
I'm not trying to bash the author, I have read other articles he's written and enjoyed them, but I'm just confused. What are your thoughts on this article?
jvs