how much rest should i be taking

[byza213]

Hi Guys

Been on my mind recently , lots of opinions on this 

But without going into to much detail.

Out of a 7 day week i train 5-6 days with a day or two rest max

Mixing up muscle groups, i train athletic i wouldnt call myself a body builder or a power lifter im a mixture of both.

Whats your thoughts on rest ? 

[jingleballs]

depends on how much intensity you put into your lifts? typically if you are training for strength heavy 3-5 rep range, ideally you would need between 3 - 5minutes of rest for you to recover before doing the next set. For 8 - 12 reps with moderate intensity 90secs - 2mins.

 

If you training for power/explosiveness with 50 - 65% of working heavy sets, 90secs rest will be fine

[jingleballs]

opps, if you are asking about rest days, I think everyone is different.. you really need to listen to your body. Are you new to lifting? if you are, it's best to start on a 3 day split strength based program first like Starting strength or stronglift.

 

Your body can adapt to your routine/s quite quickly assuming you are meeting your dietary needs. I wouldn't hit the same muscle group more than 3 times per week. Twice is ideal imo.

 

A deload every 6 - 12 weeks can help you prevent injuries and to allow your tendons to recover.

[FUBU]

Hi Guys

Been on my mind recently , lots of opinions on this 

But without going into to much detail.

Out of a 7 day week i train 5-6 days with a day or two rest max

Mixing up muscle groups, i train athletic i wouldnt call myself a body builder or a power lifter im a mixture of both.

Whats your thoughts on rest ? 

I'm exactly like you. I feel two days off is more than enough time to recover. If I have over 3 days off I start feeling guilty and gym deprived.

[Viking-strongman]

I'm exactly like you. I feel two days off is more than enough time to recover. If I have over 3 days off I start feeling guilty and gym deprived.

+1

[neodowd]

Dorian yates only Trained 4xweek and won mr O, try out different splits and see how your body responds.