60 seconds or 90 seconds rest is best for muscle growth ??

[GGTop]

Hello BIG Guys !!

What is best ?? 1 minute or 1 minute and half for maximum muscle growth between each set ? ...


Cheers

[charger69]

Hello BIG Guys !!

What is best ?? 1 minute or 1 minute and half for maximum muscle growth between each set ? ...


Cheers

There is no perfect answer. First of all, everyone is different and reacts differently.
There are other factors that have to be added into the equation like # of reps, time under tension, intensity, etc, etc.
I personally use both and even longer at times. Mix it up.
As a rule of thumb, I use the 1 minute when cutting and the 1 1/2 when bulking.
Note: I said as a rule of thumb, right now I am bulking and using 1 minute. You obviously will not be using the same weight at 1 minute as you do at 1 1/2 minutes.
If there were a perfect answer than you would essentially have everyone doing the same.
Mix it up, your body tries to adjust and adapt. Changing your routine with rest period, reps, exercises, intensity, etc never lets your body reach equilibrium which is essential in muscle growth.


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[GGTop]

There is no perfect answer. First of all, everyone is different and reacts differently.
There are other factors that have to be added into the equation like # of reps, time under tension, intensity, etc, etc.
I personally use both and even longer at times. Mix it up.
As a rule of thumb, I use the 1 minute when cutting and the 1 1/2 when bulking.
Note: I said as a rule of thumb, right now I am bulking and using 1 minute. You obviously will not be using the same weight at 1 minute as you do at 1 1/2 minutes.
If there were a perfect answer than you would essentially have everyone doing the same.
Mix it up, your body tries to adjust and adapt. Changing your routine with rest period, reps, exercises, intensity, etc never lets your body reach equilibrium which is essential in muscle growth.


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Very nice man ... Yes I been doing the 1min rest in between lately or up to 75 seconds max ... interesting mate. Thank You

[Couchlockd]

Guys who lift powerlifter style ( 3 sets 5 heavy reps, etc) go 2-3 minutes.

It's all about what, why, and where you want to go

I myself when doing high reps, (20+ rep sets) like 60 seconds of less on certain exersizes (chest movement for example) and high reps on arms I like 2 minute rests.

All in all, it's about what your cns is capable of. But don't baby it either, push yourself more and more each day.

Just don't be this guy. Or we will get you. Lol (seriously we will get you)

[kelkel]

Heavier compound movements simply require more rest to handle the weight.
Lighter more isolation type movements don't so adjust pace accordingly.
A simple rule of thumb is when your heart rate feels like its returned to normal then it's time for your next set.

[GearHeaded]

I'm doing such high intensity and such low volume, I require about 24 hours between sets

[Obs]

Depends on what song is on.

Honestly, if you are rushing into a set at a point when you dont have full connection or are exhausted early on in your workout, you are gonna be wasting your time trying to tear down your muscles.

People speak of overloading the CNS which in my opinion will vary greater than anything on an individual basis and week to week, day to day.

If you are getting a better pump and more pain waiting a little longer then do so. Your body will tell you. Building muscle is a painful process. Some days I can get more out of a two minute break and others I am really feeling it best with multiple dropsets and supersets.
Using a laid out cookie cutter routine is only for those new to lifting to get an idea of how their body reacts best. It changes and you adapt.

[Obs]

Here is one to try...

The next time you are running short breaks and getting exhausted early on (jello muscle feeling)
Lengthen out the rest period to two minutes and adjust the weight and number of reps.

Not saying higher or lower on either. Just experiment until you find the pain.

[Chrisp83TRT]

I’m not huge by any means but if I’m doing lighter weight with more mind /muscle connection , My rest time is like 45 seconds - minute .
Heavy lifts that are usually compound lifts I need to rest longer for sure.
If you are breathing heavy and jumping into a set , you need to chill and wait longer .

Go off how your body is responding.


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[charger69]

I'm doing such high intensity and such low volume, I require about 24 hours between sets

LMAO!!!


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[charger69]

Heavier compound movements simply require more rest to handle the weight.
Lighter more isolation type movements don't so adjust pace accordingly.
A simple rule of thumb is when your heart rate feels like its returned to normal then it's time for your next set.

Unless you are doing HIT.


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[EDCG19]

90 seconds is better, anyone saying otherwise I would disagree with hands down.
I used to train with higher intensity than I do these days (getting old) but back in the day high intensity work and rest for 3-5 minutes, its better than training yourself to your limits and resting for 60 seconds, its not needed unless you're deloading or something

Higher rest periods are better for strength/size
I would say it depends on the intensity/weight you're moving

[charger69]

90 seconds is better, anyone saying otherwise I would disagree with hands down.
I used to train with higher intensity than I do these days (getting old) but back in the day high intensity work and rest for 3-5 minutes, its better than training yourself to your limits and resting for 60 seconds, its not needed unless you're deloading or something

Higher rest periods are better for strength/size
I would say it depends on the intensity/weight you're moving

do you have any supporting evidence or is this strictly opinion?


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[GGTop]

Wow .... Thank You guys .. it really helps ..

[EDCG19]

do you have any supporting evidence or is this strictly opinion?


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Who needs evidence man, no its from my own experience
I think longer rest periods with high intensity is better for muscle growth rather than shorter rest periods