Name: Playbook - Sarah Herse - FAQ: How Many Sets of An Exercise Should You Do
Uploaded: 2023-08-15T21:29:05.465Z
Duration: 5 min
Description: FAQ: How Many Sets of An Exercise Should You Do

Haven’t done a workout yet. Just viewed your video on how many reps and how much weight you use

Heidie

3 sets to start, 4 to progress, 5 sets is where champions are MADE!! Rawr!!

Paula

There is a wide range of sets you can do for your workout to be effective. It depends on many factors like your weekly volume, number of exercises per workout, your goals (strength vs. body composition), etc.

With that caveat out of the way, I would say the sweet spot for most people is 3-5 sets per exercise.  This is enough to master movement and progress at it, but not too much that you get sick of it or get injured from it. It also factors in practical considerations like time in the gym & recoverable volume.  You shouldn't be spending so long on one exercise, that you neglect to hit the other important muscle groups. You also want to do so many sets that you stress/injure your joints & tendons.

How Many Sets of An Exercise Should You Do

FAQ: How Many Sets of An Exercise Should You Do

Sarah, I’m trying to decide what program to start with. I’m  46 but have gotten in pretty good shape lifting heavy 5 days a week (2 lower/3 upper). I want to lean out more without sacrificing muscle. My end goal would be to have defined muscle. I’m not afraid of having some muscle- wider back, quads, etc. Where should I start?

Amy Yeary

Appreciate the quick summarized info to know where one should begin. 🖤

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