If I want to build mass should I do 3 sets of 8 reps even each time... or 3 set's of different reps eachtime?

Question

Like which one of these should I do if I want to just gain mass, keep in mind I have a very high endurance when it comes to lifting cause I'm skinny (I'm a twig really):

1. 3 set's of 8 reps even at a very high weight with the same weight each time

2. 3 set's of 10 reps even at a very high weight with the same weight each time

3. A set of 5 at a very very high weight, a set of 10 at a lower weight and then a set of 15 at an even lower weight (like a pyramid) to get the most possible tear in muscle tissue each time(this is what I do now, but with what I'm doing right now I feel like I could do a little more, but when I do, I can't finish)

4. 3 set's of 8 or 10 rep's ADDING more weight each time.

5. Or since I have a very high endurance, do one of the prior
routines at 12 or 15 instead of 8 reps to get more burn
in so it's more effective.

6. Or should I be doing something different all together??

(I do warm ups before each actual set too)

Answer 1

I usually do 2 sets of equal weight and reps, then on the third set do the same weight, but go for as many reps as you can. And I can totally relate to you too, I'm freakin' skinny.

Answer 2

Warmup before, cool down after. But to build body mass, you don't do lots of reps. Lots of reps at the same weight keeps you wirey.
Start with a weight you know you can do, say 50lbs, 8 reps. The next set would be 90 lbs, 8 reps. The final set would be a weight you might be able to complete, but you aren't sure, so your body has to work for it. This is where the mass is built. If you do 90 lbs 180 reps, yeah, you will have the endurance, but like a marathon biker, you will be stringy.
Good luck on your goals!

Answer 3

I usually do the 8 to 10 with same weight. But i found I made more progress in doing 4 to 6 reps with heavy weight. FORM! FORM! FORM!

Answer 4

if you want to build mass, there really isnt any trick to it.... its all about sticking to your plan.

lift at about 80% of your maximum possible lift of 12 reps (ie if you put up 100lbs 12 times, lift at about 80lbs). start out your weight and try to do 3 sets of 12 reps. if you can do this easily, you may need to go up slightly (only 5-10 lbs.)

Do this 2-3 times a week. Make sure to give yourself PLENTY of rest time. Rest time is actually what is going to allow you to get bigger. if you dont rest, you are only hurting yourself.

every few weeks, you can attempt to go up 5-10lbs.

STICK WITH IT!!!!

Answer 5

I would vote for #6 and spend more time learning a martial art, which is useful, than pumping iron which tends to be pretty dry, boring and time consuming.

You could still do the weights some.