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# Reps Actual Weight ??

todd987
todd987
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Joined: 2003/11/01
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2003/11/16, 11:00 PM
Can someone explain to me how the "# Reps Actual Weight" thing works? Are there any good rule of thumbs to remember when determing the amount of weight one should use?
agamble
agamble
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Joined: 2003/09/22
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2003/11/17, 02:59 AM
The way your program breaks down it gives the recommended reps and allows you to record the weight you use and the actual number of reps you performed. As a general rule if you can lift a weight the required number of reps with ease you should up the weight. Another rule is a 2x2 rule. If you can perform 2 reps above your requirement for 2 consecutive sets, add weight. Regardless, your last 1-2 reps of your last set should require your maximum effort (and then some). Remember to warm up on your first set and then load em up and go for it.