I was always warned against it, but I was told to do it the other day... would you recommend lifting to failure?
2006-09-17 06:55:19 · 11 answers · asked by abebibobub2003 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Yes my man.....you want to lift to failure when working out. How else are you going to benifit from lifting wieghts if you don't push yourself? Right.
The gym is not a place to relax. Get pumped up. Get worked up. Get mad. Get angry at something. And walk into that gym with an attitude of someone who is going to die today, so you might as well kill yourself lifting some heavy wieghts. Thats what I do.
Good Luck, and look online for work out regimines. I know it sounds crazy, but just spend some time looking at different websites for workout programs. And remember.....Eat plenty of protein!
Good Luck man......and lift angry!
2006-09-17 07:00:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Lifting to failure(with a spotter) will not only increase to amount of microtrauma(splitting of muscle fibers that causes DOMS or delayed onset muscle soreness) but causes a host of biochemical actions to further promote hypertrophy(muscle protein synthisis or growth).It also involves a larger number of muscle fibers because once you reach that point your body will recruit more fibers to assist in completing the rep.It's very important when engaging in this type of training to train that body part only once per week and consume some source of good protein every 3 hours to retain a positive nuitrogen balance and remain anabolic.Anyone who warns you against this technique most likely doesn't look like you want to!This is an intermediate to advanced technique only.Not for beginers.Always use proper form and don't neglect negative failure.
2006-09-17 14:13:37 · answer #2 · answered by joecseko 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Without a doubt, having said that you really need to use proper form and best use a spotter otherwise I wouldnt recommend it.
Im answering as the future of strongman, my first comp is next season and I see myself using weights that I think Ill never lift that , but, do. Im naturally strong Im affraid, I train to failure everytime.. If you want any advice find me here........
2006-09-17 14:10:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Be really careful my son started lifting at 12 years old now he is 35 tore the peck muscle has to have surgery. He bench presses 450 pounds. Not worth it.
2006-09-17 13:58:08 · answer #4 · answered by fayem7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely,fact
2006-09-17 13:56:46 · answer #5 · answered by aries4272 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If your goal is to gain muscle strength then yes to failure is the preferred method.
2006-09-17 13:58:11 · answer #6 · answered by movedtoMA 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
nope, i wouldnt recommend it, depends what weight training your doing, i wouldnt take anyones answers on here unless they are a personal weight trainer and by the sounds of it, the people on here arent, and neitehr am i, just i know i would only start off doing 10 reps or 20 reps depending on the weight, dont push yourself too early, you have to crawl before you can walk , and you dont go hurting yourself while you crawl do you
2006-09-17 14:05:05 · answer #7 · answered by david l 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Every one is different and what works for you is something you'll have to find out for yourself.
It never worked for me, Because I don't want that kind of muscle, But try it with a light wait and see if it gets the response your looking for.
2006-09-17 14:24:00 · answer #8 · answered by Bear 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are a beginner then no. If you have been training a while then do it on your last set, and if it's a free weight - use a spotter
2006-09-17 14:03:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not for Novices. The idea is progressive resistance. i.e adding move and more weight bit by bit. That is what make muscles grow bigger
2006-09-17 13:59:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋