Questions tagged [rest-pause]
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Do reps count if I rest a few seconds between reps?
When I do weighted pullups with the heavy rock it takes a lot out of me. I can 5 reps in a row, but then I need to pause for a couple of seconds on the ground before each successive rep.
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Burning calories by running with break vs without break
I have a question about which way of training would burn more calories.
I will try to run as fast as I can for 5m without taking breaks.
I will try to run as fast as I can for 1m, then I take a break ...
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optimal resting period for strength
I'm currently doing a (mainly) body-weight routine that involves 3 circuits of:
15 close grip push ups
15 squats
plank 1-2 min
5 chin-ups
5 pull-ups
(just started the *ups lagging behind in that dept)...
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Can I do both weight training and BodyPump?
I was expecting to get a bit more cardio from a BodyPump but experience was different. I felt like I have done a full body strength session. Should I go for less weights? And do I need a rest day ...
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One Rep Max related terminology - What 5RM mean?
I was going through this article in the benefits of rest-pause exercise and seen this recommendation which I need a bit of help to interpret.
New to rest-pause? Try this chest routine to ...
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