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Whats the difference between 3 sets of 10 reps of something or just doing 30 reps of whatever? - Confused anon
>> Anonymous
The idea of doing sets is that you take a short break between reps. If you did 30 reps your form would break down more and you wouldn't get the same effect.
>> Anonymous
the difference is the amount of weight you can lift. It should probably be three times the weight you can do 30reps with. Though it will most likely be more.

The 8th, 9th, 10th reps should be difficult to reach.

likewise 5x5 should be heavier weight still

3x3 heavier

all building up to the glorious 1x1, your one rep max.
>> Anonymous
Volume = the total amount of weight you lifted in a session.

Lets say your 1rm for the bench press is 300lbs.

For you to challenge yourself in 30 reps, the weight would need to be about 150lbs.

150lbs x 30
= 4500lbs total weight lifted in the session.

For you to challenge yourself in 3 sets of 10 reps, the weight would have to be around would need to be about 240lbs.

240lbs x 10
= 2400lbs
2400lbs x 3
= 7200lbs total weight lifted in the session.

7200lbs > 4500lbs for growth. There are lots of programs around that focus on increases each session's volume, and they are quite effective.
>> Anonymous
After you do a lot of reps you lose stamina and get the temporary fatigue.

You lift weights to tear microfibers in your muscles, not to make them tired. if you do high reps you will not tear microfibers, you will just get your muscles tired. tired muscles dont get stronger.

the main idea is that you CANT do any more than 10 reps. if you can you gotta up the weight. in fact, if you can even finish your third set without help, you gotta crank it up.
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