Weight training?

Bout how long does it take to see results? Just wondering and when should I adjust the amount of weight I am using?

Tue. Dec 13, 12:15am

This might answer your questions.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2005, 1:27 AM

To gain lean muscle mass (not bulk), in general, you should be able to do 3 sets of 15 reps, and the very last rep should be really hard - the 15th rep of the 3rd set should be around "failure" - when you can't do a single lift more. Adjust your weight when this is the case, but for the best workout, always do the final set to "failure." When "failure" isn't until 20+ reps, then it's time to up your weight by the smallest increment available. If you can't do all (or at least almost all) the reps at the new weight, then you weren't ready to switch.

Also, make sure you warm up first and stretch before/after. It'll help lead to long, lean muscles rather than bulky ones.

If you're trying to add bulky muscles (i.e. if you're a guy), you want to be doing 3 sets of 8-10 reps, and up the weight when that gets easy.

Tuesday, December 13, 2005, 10:27 AM

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