Short read: Building strength; high reps with low weight v. actually building strength

Below is a link to a great short article by Mark Rippetoe, the author of this excellent book, which I think I’ve posted about and also given many copies out.

Here is the article which takes five minutes to read. Funny, his comment about getting off the toilet – that’s why I’m lifting weights three times a week.

Bad Advice About Higher Reps

Lighter weights and higher reps. Same effect, less risk, lighter is safer and more reps make up for the lighter weight, right?

Wrong. Hit the link.

 


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