In summary, this study found that a combination program consisting of heavy weights / low reps and light weight / high reps was more effective for improving both strength and endurance than a traditional periodized training program consisting of
a single rep range during each training phase.
Not exact matches
I'd even take it a step further and perform all these
rep ranges in the course of a
single exercise by using one of my favorite training principles: pyramids.»
Eventually you will be strong enough to do a
single full
range rep, going down until the top of your head lightly touches the floor.
Most people work the same
rep ranges on every
single arm training exercise they do.
I think the «morale of the story» is that ANY
rep range — from
singles to sets of 100 — can be effective if you're willing to work hard.
My technique involves combining a heavy squat or deadlift (in a very heavy weight and low
rep range) with a
single - joint exercise for the biceps or triceps (in a higher -
rep «pump» style fashion).
One
rep estimated said percentage to be in the
single - digit
range — no surprise in this class where consumers are typically more interested in value and fuel economy than they are brute power.