How Heavy Should You Lift for Muscle Growth?

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  • @Kurianichi
    @Kurianichi Рік тому +144

    There is a study that equalized volume instead of sets. So group 1 (7 sets, 4 reps, 90%RM) did the same volume as group 2 (4 sets, 8 reps, 80%RM) and group 3 (3 sets, 12 reps, 70%RM). The result was that hyperthrophy was the same for all three groups and strength gain for group 3 wasnt as high as for group 1 and 2. So working around 8 reps per set seems to be the sweet spot to train strength and hyperthrophy at the same time considering you need way less time when you equalize your training around volume.

    • @igt2173
      @igt2173 Рік тому +3

      I guess when u rest long enough between sets then u have to do less volume as ur able to recruit maximum motor units...

    • @lancer717
      @lancer717 Рік тому +1

      I’m Having trouble visualizing this

    • @Kurianichi
      @Kurianichi Рік тому +2

      @@lancer717 If you tell me what part you dont understand I will try explaining it :)

    • @dominus6224
      @dominus6224 Рік тому

      @@lancer717 How so? If you can, just do it in the gym.

    • @vietog
      @vietog Рік тому

      What is RM

  • @Pizza_Rat
    @Pizza_Rat Рік тому +73

    This channel is a god-send for a lifter of any skill level, thanks for the great content!

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +8

      No problem, glad to hear it 👍

    • @martlu95
      @martlu95 Рік тому +3

      @@RetradedNoob stop watching the video if you're so offended by 'ai'.

  • @DanRichter
    @DanRichter Рік тому +8

    I like how you repeat many of the same things in many of your videos. It's a good refresher that solidifies my retention.

  • @ccipriang
    @ccipriang Рік тому +12

    This channel and your instagram page are the best sources for gym-related infos. I've been recommending you to all my trainee friends for several months already. Keep up the good work!🎉❤

  • @desertstorm4147
    @desertstorm4147 Рік тому +19

    This video has the perfect timing for me, thank you for your excellent content

  • @Iamajn316
    @Iamajn316 Рік тому +46

    Grew up in highschool lifting the heaviest weight possible. Now I’m 22 and only lift the amount of weight that can cause sufficient muscle hypertrophy. My body thanks me everyday!

    • @qua7771
      @qua7771 Рік тому +2

      But did you require the heavier weight to bulk up first? I'm a it curious about this. I'm in my fifties, but when I was your age, I followed a similar path. Its easy for someone who has some muscle mass to maintain it, and get cut by lifting lighter weight, but can you build up that way?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +4

      joints will definitely be happy about that 👍

    • @bautiindomable
      @bautiindomable Рік тому +1

      ​@@FlowHighPerformance1 lol

    • @zimecka72
      @zimecka72 Рік тому +2

      I always thought lifting heavy creates muscle growth. So I’m trying to wrap my mind around to lighten the weight and focus on technique to stress.

    • @nestroit5010
      @nestroit5010 6 місяців тому

      @@zimecka72 technique, pump and rep ranges up to 20 are absolutely ok for hypertrophy. lifting is more fun when you have full control and really feel the muscles working.

  • @tomypeled
    @tomypeled Рік тому +9

    One of the best channels on YT for those who want to train smart! Keep at it!

  • @drv3973
    @drv3973 Рік тому +1

    this is so clearly communicated. not a word wasted.

  • @Rudiudiii
    @Rudiudiii Рік тому +2

    Also thanks for the content dude can't believe it's free, genuinely all you need to know on your channel

  • @Adamelamine
    @Adamelamine Рік тому +8

    I found 6 to 8 reps per set is the one that gave me the best results.

  • @slydog7131
    @slydog7131 Рік тому +4

    This seems like all very good information, but unless someone is an advanced or elite athlete or bodybuilder, it isn't that useful. The difference between one way or the other ends up being marginal and is of most interest only to those who are serious competitors where small differences in results can mean winning or not. For the rest of us, the basics is what is most important and will allow you to achieve impressive results. Those basics are:
    1. Lift to failure in a rep range between 6 and 15 (you decide).
    2. Use progressive overload. When you can achieve your target reps per set, then increase the weight.
    3. Do 2 to 5 sets per exercise 2 to 3 times per week. Two is enough but 3 will see faster results and 5 sets might produce the best, but the more sets you do the longer your gym workouts will be. Do too much and you will burn out. Aim for the long haul.
    4. Be consistent. Results occur over time when you consistently follow your routine. Not when you are on and off with your workouts.
    5. Make a plan and track your progress. Know what exercises you are doing, what weights you are working with, and how many reps you have achieved.Tracking will allow you to see your progress and will give you the encouragement needed to continue.
    That's pretty much it, and that will achieve 95% or what is genetically possible. Everything else is for the elites, and you are not one of them.
    Finally, know when to dial it back. Eventually you will achieve your strength and physique goals, and when you do, just one set of 15 reps per exercise at your target weight will keep you at that level indefinitely (add a 2nd set if you can't get to 15). The time spent in the gym will be much less and you will have time for other things, and you will keep those hard-earned gains for as long as you continue.

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      Some great advice here. Yes, doing the basics well over time will yield the majority of results 👍

  • @RyanWorkComputer
    @RyanWorkComputer Рік тому +2

    Almost all of my weight training volume has been in the 60-90% 1RM category for probably the last 5 years now. It's paid off so far. My PL total is up to 1200+ lbs now

  • @lamebubblesflysohigh
    @lamebubblesflysohigh Рік тому +4

    As much as you can to achieve your desired amount of reps... it is that simple. Strict form is superior because it is safer. Injury = no time in the gym = no gains.

  • @christophermccrea7133
    @christophermccrea7133 Рік тому +1

    Ayyyye i follow you guys on the gram. I recognized the thumbnail and got super hype! 😂

  • @functionalfitnessworkouts
    @functionalfitnessworkouts Рік тому +5

    Your videos are ALWAYS Super informative, and useful. What I like most, is that you father the scientific info and convey the principles in an easy to understand manner. SuperStar. Keep thus up.

  • @geekless
    @geekless Рік тому

    Outstanding video. Nicely done.

  • @rodhurst5831
    @rodhurst5831 Рік тому

    Excellent presentation!

  • @huemann7637
    @huemann7637 Рік тому +4

    Depends which muscle I’m trying to grow. Some muscle groups respond better to smaller weights with high reps.

  • @martlu95
    @martlu95 Рік тому

    Great video once again Flow! ❤

  • @gonzayare
    @gonzayare Рік тому +3

    In the lower limit most studies show 6 or more it's equally effective but in the upper limit some studies show ≈35 or less, so maybe there is a strong individual component related with fibers type, lactate threshold, etc. in the reason why some individuals can achieve similar muscle growth with more than 30 reps.
    So it's safe to say a range of 6-30 is equally effective for most people and the main focus in your first months of training should be TECHNIC and finding out your ideal weekly volume.

  • @GioNepomuceno
    @GioNepomuceno Рік тому

    This channel deserves million subscribers... More Power.. ❤❤❤

  • @bending_bars
    @bending_bars Рік тому

    Underrated channel

  • @angelamartim8337
    @angelamartim8337 4 місяці тому

    1:39 2:55 3:56 6:02 7:25

  • @Benjaminimize
    @Benjaminimize Рік тому +19

    Thanks for the video mate 👍 I'm grateful that I live in a time when a small handful of videos from the likes of High Flow Performance and Renaissance Periodization lay out all the general scientific principles needed to go quite a long way in training

  • @ghaith2580
    @ghaith2580 Рік тому +1

    Good content, keep it up

  • @davidcojulun6299
    @davidcojulun6299 Рік тому +1

    AWESOME CONTENT!

  • @tiffanylubeck3505
    @tiffanylubeck3505 Рік тому +2

    Thanks so much for this, I was wondering alot about the progress I was making with weight reps and this explained so much to me.

  • @skyarsenallll
    @skyarsenallll Рік тому

    Another great informative video thank u and keep it up

  • @Leonidas-eu9bb
    @Leonidas-eu9bb Рік тому +2

    You should make a video about flywheel aka isoinertial training. Studies show it's superiior for strength and hypertrophy compaired to classic weight training.

  • @oldskool1977
    @oldskool1977 Рік тому +1

    🤯 *Fast, explosive positive reps are best for muscle strength. Slow, deliberate negative reps are best for muscle hypertrophy... PERIOD!!!*

  • @DarkStarPlays
    @DarkStarPlays 10 місяців тому

    Very good research...

  • @Sjcstro84
    @Sjcstro84 Рік тому +1

    Good stuff. Thank you

  • @FraserThomas2001
    @FraserThomas2001 Рік тому +1

    Great video, full of great information, and would be very useful for someone who is looking to gain muscle growth. Love the channel thanks for the content.

  • @SlavicRatnik
    @SlavicRatnik Рік тому +1

    @10:00 Would you get even a greater effect if you combine the two in one set, like the well known 21 rep range of the preacher curl.

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +2

      Good question. It is certainly possible - and seems to make sense. Although more evidence is needed to confirm this 👍

  • @dondo4341
    @dondo4341 Рік тому +1

    great content

  • @dominiqueleroy3826
    @dominiqueleroy3826 Рік тому

    Great explanation, great pptx, great presentation, new sub

  • @KenanTurkiye
    @KenanTurkiye Рік тому +2

    Is mechanical tension the same as the discomfort you get when your mechanic gives you the bill?

  • @YTho-ev1ej
    @YTho-ev1ej 10 місяців тому

    I hypothesise having a closer attachment site to the moment arm would lead to fast movement of a given joint, with the trade off being reduced strength.
    The muscle attachment sites were the most interesting to me… never even thought about it.

    • @YTho-ev1ej
      @YTho-ev1ej 10 місяців тому

      i.e you could punch faster but you’re weak as piss

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  10 місяців тому +1

      Yes, exactly right. You might be able to move a joint faster, but you would be weaker

    • @YTho-ev1ej
      @YTho-ev1ej 10 місяців тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 I’d love it if you could do a video on it. I’m curious if sprinters for instance have closer attachment sites than average and if strong men have further attachment sites.

  • @martinolson761
    @martinolson761 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for very informative videos. This particular topic is of interest to me as a 64 guy who's been lifting for 50 years. In trying to regain my "pre Covid" strength due to 2 yrs of sup optimal training during that time....I've been injuring myself attempting to return to loads I used 3 years ago....based on your info, I need to reduce my loads, do proper movements and be patient. therefore reducing risk of injury.....Cause we all know injury sucks! Keep up the good work.

  • @jenniferkirby6567
    @jenniferkirby6567 10 місяців тому

    I am a 57 yr old dude, ignore the account name. I choose a weight that I can do 3x6 sets, then focus on increasing reps per set each workout. When I hit 10, I up the weight. I do a upper/lower split with (2) 1 1/2 hr workout days, rest, 2 days, rest, rest. Seems to be working for me. Near or at failure for all sets.

  • @robanzzz5124
    @robanzzz5124 Рік тому +1

    I like to try and incorporate a bit of both in my routine eg bench press i'll start with unweighted warm up 8-12 reps than rest, 5kg, 8-12 reps for 2-3 sets (Or how excited i am on the day) 8kg 8-12 reps for 2-3 (Or how excited i am on the day, sometimes it'll be 4-5 sets sometimes the 2-3 sets) than 10kg for 2-3 sets at 8-12 reps which for me atm is close to my max, than ill rest for a bit load up 15kg and do a 2-4 rep max than do my deloaded sets as a cool down.
    I'll then move to db bench press because I feel it's safer to overloaded on dumbbells than benchpress so move up to the 17s on that.

  • @Doodler-nt7kv
    @Doodler-nt7kv Рік тому

    So would it be best to alternate between periods in which you train with somewhat lower, more fast and explosive reps for strength. And then transition to more reps, but with a longer eccentric for hypertrophy?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +1

      Depends on your goals. If you want both strength and hypertrophy - then this makes sense. Although if you are purely focussed on muscle growth, then controlled eccentrics are probably best at all times 👍

  • @Only.D.G.
    @Only.D.G. Рік тому +1

    How would you explain the bronze era systems such as the light dumbbell system?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +1

      Havent looked into these training methods much. It would likely be effective for muscle growth - but maybe not MAXIMALLY effective 👍

    • @Only.D.G.
      @Only.D.G. Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 Thanks for your response. Appreciate it

  • @SamWize.
    @SamWize. Рік тому

    I am wondering if you have any videos on shoulders? I have watched a few of your videos now and there isn't much any information on shoulders

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      Check out these videos:
      ua-cam.com/video/OtJ1OBSELBk/v-deo.html
      ua-cam.com/video/mHJK-VoQypk/v-deo.html

  • @evansebast
    @evansebast Рік тому

    thanks a lot for this. Can you please do one on calisthenics?

  • @burizaemon9305
    @burizaemon9305 Рік тому +1

    In terms of boosting metabolism and for fat loss..which one is more effective Muscle Hypertrophy training or Strength training??

  • @vhira
    @vhira Рік тому +1

    Hey FHP. Does poor posture and having tight muscles or poor mobility hinder muscle strength and growth when it comes to weight training? I question other pt’s at my gym and some say yes and some say no.. what are your opinions?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +2

      I wouldnt say so. Unless you have pain/injury that posture contributes to in some way, then I wouldnt worry about it 👍

    • @annak29
      @annak29 Рік тому +1

      Yes, absolutely! Biomechanics is everything. It affects even the metabolic response of muscle growth due to circulation and neural flow. It also effects consistency and longevity in training. It's a no-brainer. People with poor postural stability and joint mobility will never attain their muscular potential due to co-activation and ROM, neural input limits, which all affect how the muscle can respond to that work stress for adaptation.
      Hypertrophy is an ADAPTATION response.

    • @keithgriffiths9864
      @keithgriffiths9864 Рік тому

      Anna is correct

  • @MrBestofGaming
    @MrBestofGaming Рік тому

    8-12 and 12-15 rep range, progressively overload when your reach the top of the rep range, and you’re good

    • @johnellis2435
      @johnellis2435 Рік тому

      Oh did you copy and paste that comment. It is clear to me you haven't touched a single weight in your life and have no practical knowledge on lifting weights.

  • @zippo_muk9254
    @zippo_muk9254 Рік тому +1

    *Why not pump with low weight and then pause and do sets of 4-6 reps with heavier weight?* Gain strength and size.

  • @rickaguilar1833
    @rickaguilar1833 Рік тому

    Train with loads that you can manage and reps you can manage! Then rest for one day and repeat! Enough said! Be safe, be happy!

  • @spotshelix8986
    @spotshelix8986 Рік тому

    my favorite is doing the mike mentzer style but 3 to 5 sets

  • @igt2173
    @igt2173 Рік тому

    Any new researches came out in regards to rest periods for hypertrophy between isolation nd compound movement's?.....

  • @reginaldredula4035
    @reginaldredula4035 Рік тому

    And how long should rest be between sets if doing heavy loads (8reps, 4 sets)?

  • @deimuxxx14
    @deimuxxx14 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @edhill8568
    @edhill8568 Рік тому +1

    So what if you're more focused on muscle stamina than muscle growth?

  • @dennisrkb
    @dennisrkb Рік тому

    What about programs such as PHAT or PHUL?

  • @stevenweeks4436
    @stevenweeks4436 Рік тому

    When you say one group is superior to another does that mean statistically significant?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      Generally yes. Sometimes I will say this if there is a noticeable trend in favour of one group/condition too 👍

  • @xclusive2168
    @xclusive2168 Рік тому

    What do you think adding 100 pushups on chest days? So like twice a week

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      I think it is fine. although there are probably more efficient ways to train the chest 👍

    • @xclusive2168
      @xclusive2168 Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 I already do like 3-4 chest workouts but I feel like it's still not enough

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      you could try adding more sets

  • @TheChico868
    @TheChico868 Рік тому

    Proper form is more important. The highest u can go without breaking form

  • @aditya8218
    @aditya8218 Рік тому +2

    Keep producing content with deep information
    Can you please do one on bulking and cutting
    Like at what percentage body fat should we start bulking and cutting

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      I'll add this video idea to my list 👍

    • @aditya8218
      @aditya8218 Рік тому

      ​@@FlowHighPerformance1 any update 🥲

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      I'll get to it eventually. It may take multiple months though 👍

    • @aditya8218
      @aditya8218 Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 ok take your time ✌🏼

  • @Miller2h41
    @Miller2h41 Рік тому

    The weight should have the right amount of resistance that you can lift but not too heavy to where you can't lift.

  • @lespaulsarecool
    @lespaulsarecool Рік тому

    Volitional failure means proximity to failure was standardised?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +1

      There may have been some slight differences since some trainees may have pushed slightly harder than others. Although it is close enough to be considered roughly standardised 👍

    • @lespaulsarecool
      @lespaulsarecool Рік тому

      @Flow High Performance in reality we just cant know that, but it would be incredibly hard to have consistent

  • @vaskenschannel1403
    @vaskenschannel1403 Рік тому

    Should basketball players lift more heavy but low reps or low weight high reps?

  • @Muyen462
    @Muyen462 Рік тому

    Can we assess muscle stress by muscular feelings ? Idk if you understand

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      Yes, I think sensations such as mind-muscle connection, stretch-under load, muscle pump, DOMS etc. can be useful indicators of muscle stress. Although they are not DIRECT measures of the stimulus, so take them with a grain of salt 👍

    • @Muyen462
      @Muyen462 Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 How to know if you’re stressing your muscles enough then?

  • @mikesmith8313
    @mikesmith8313 Рік тому

    Any impact of hormones, timing?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      I am not an endocrinologist, but from what I understand, acute post-exercise hormone changes within the normal physiological range are not indicative of long-term muscle growth 👍

  • @unnys2925
    @unnys2925 Рік тому

    7:23 so for a bench press, its not totally necessary to bring the barbell to touch the chest for a rep that will have a relatively optimal load?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +2

      actually the opposite. If you were to do partial reps on bench press, you would want to perform only the bottom portion of the rep. ie. you probably dont need to lockout 👍

    • @unnys2925
      @unnys2925 Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 ohhh that makes a lot more sense, thank you!

  • @sengaleng88
    @sengaleng88 Рік тому

    Are you Eugene? Voice sounds so similar

  • @lespaulsarecool
    @lespaulsarecool Рік тому

    Eccentric Tempo 2-4 seconds is not a good place to start 4 secs is a max really! Otherwise you're increasing metabolic stress to no extra affect and potentially reduce MU recruitment and ironically TuT

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      check out this video for my thoughts on eccentric tempo ua-cam.com/video/0K1ZSPoR378/v-deo.html

  • @phantomzpro250
    @phantomzpro250 Рік тому

    50 reps leg press is quite fun.

  • @darkmater4tm
    @darkmater4tm Рік тому

    What nobody ever answers to my satisfation is, how is it even possible that more strength doesn't translate to more muscle? Maybe in the shortterm they are not the same, but longterm, if I build strength, can't I just leverage it to build more mass?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      I'd say yes and no. Lifting more weight doesn't always expose your muscles to more tension (which is the goal for hypertrophy training). If you manipulate technique, rest periods etc. you can lift more weight, but you arent necessarily getting a better hypertrophy stimulus. However, I agree that over time, you should probably be getting somewhat stronger as your muscles grow. However, I dont think that focussing purely on strength is the best way to build muscle long term 👍

  • @Schlumbucketreturns
    @Schlumbucketreturns Рік тому +1

    I think the goal for hypertrophy is just to stress the muscle as much as possible to force an adaptive response. If you are doing average rep sets with strict form you can't really do that fully. The most effective exercises I have found are supersets with very brief rest between sets, or high volume sets done to true failure by gradually relaxing your form. I do sets of dumbbell curls where I don't even count the reps, but count the minutes. With practice, you would be surprised how many reps you can really do as long as you allow your muscles to get enough blood flow. After 5 minutes of continuous curls your arm will feel like it wants to fall off, but you get the maximum response.

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому +1

      Yes, I agree that maximally stressing the muscle is the goal for hypertrophy. How exactly we do that is another question...

  • @johndonson1603
    @johndonson1603 Рік тому +8

    Anything between 4 and 20 reps heavy, here you go , sorted .

  • @rikrikmsangma5627
    @rikrikmsangma5627 Рік тому

    I don't understand. What do you mean by heavy and light? Is there any weight of unit like 2kg 5kg are light 10 kg and 15kg 20 kg are heavy ? You're only talking about 'reps' sorry I don't understand

  • @Hydesy
    @Hydesy Рік тому

    TLDR?

    • @FlowHighPerformance1
      @FlowHighPerformance1  Рік тому

      Why are you here if you don't want to watch the video?

    • @Hydesy
      @Hydesy Рік тому

      @@FlowHighPerformance1 I apologize, the content is good, but it's an investment and I don't always have the time to sit through it all. I also played the whole thing but kept getting pulled away so missed parts and didn't want to rewind and watch again. The information is good though and the TLDR at least gives me a clear idea of what the message is without sitting through the build up or at least choosing if I want to

  • @deltalima6703
    @deltalima6703 Рік тому

    |||||||||||-|||||||||||
    Heavy
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    Light
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    Wtf?!? Why?

  • @Dominik-zd4nj
    @Dominik-zd4nj Рік тому +1

    schwer und falsch, des bedarfs

    • @beotho
      @beotho Рік тому

      und danach ein brokkoli-shake, weil der noch in die macros passt

  • @lucashenriques4242
    @lucashenriques4242 Рік тому +4

    If the bar ain't bending you are just pretending

  • @Rudiudiii
    @Rudiudiii Рік тому

    Helpful tip shave your head for more aerodynamic sets.
    "It's basically for show that's what hair is. It has no other purpose other than "I look good" so let's just go'head and remove that I'm here to win" Jocko willink

  • @jarrodpelrine7229
    @jarrodpelrine7229 Рік тому

    Never go all the way to muscle failure it teaches the body go give up!

  • @rogerbee697
    @rogerbee697 Рік тому

    Both.

  • @ForLegalReasonsThisIsAJoke1

    This one is easy. First you work on strength then you go for volume. High volume with heavy weights for the most hypertrophy. Using beginner weights which albeit are heavy in a relative sense are still a waste of time for volume work. Unless you are on the sauzule, you can get away with light weight(still heavier than beginner weights)and endless volume then for hypertrophy.