How many sets and reps of each exercise should I be doing while I’m weight lifting?
The answer to this question will depend on what your current goals are, what type of program you are on, what your individual recovery ability is, and so on. There is no cut and dry answer, however, there are some general guidelines to follow. If your primary goal is to increase the strength of your muscles, then you’ll be looking to lift in and around the 3-6 rep range and perform between 3-5 sets for each exercise you do. This will allow you to lift with maximum force, thereby strengthening the gains you see. On the other hand, if you are looking to increase the size of your muscles slightly, giving your body a more toned appearance, then you should shoot for around the 5-10 rep range and perform 2-4 sets for each exercise. This will trigger muscular hypertrophy a little more, making your muscles look fuller and more defined. Another guideline is to aim for a total of 25 total reps for each exercise. So, if you are doing more sets, you’ll use fewer reps per set, and if you are doing
