Walk into any gym, and you’ll hear conflicting advice about reps. Some trainers swear by heavy weights and low reps. Others advocate for lighter weights and high reps. Your workout buddy might tell ...

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The rep debate has been raging in gyms for decades. Should you lift heavy for fewer reps? Go lighter for higher reps? Can you even handle more reps and more weight? Researchers and gym bros alike have ...

One of the biggest misconceptions about weight training is that it's complicated—though that misconception is largely due to the surge in fad programs, trendy set-rep schemes, and fancy resistance ...

As a lifelong — albeit, not terribly strong — weightlifter, I am always searching for new ways to adjust my workout routines. The adjustments might be morning versus evening lifting, high reps versus ...

After months (maybe years) of performing three sets of 12 reps on repeat, your muscles are likely craving a fresh—and heavier—training routine. One path forward: the 5x5 workout plan. The ...