is it better to do 4 sets of 25 pushups or 3 sets of 30 pushups?

Question

if i want to get a broader chest, im semi satisfied with my arms, what could make my chest broader? but id also like to know which works better 4 sets of 25 or 3 sets of 30... i know 4 sets of 25 is more pushups, but 30 in a row takes more endurance

Answer 1

How Many Reps/Sets To Do

You've figured out how much weight to use for your chosen exercises...what about the number of sets and repetitions? Your decision should be based on your goals. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends 8-12 reps for muscular strength and 10-15 reps for muscular endurance. They also recommend at least 1 set of each exercise to fatigue although you'll find that most people perform about 3 sets of each exercise. In general:

For fat loss: Do 10-12 reps using enough weight that you can ONLY complete the desired reps and 1-3 sets (1 for beginners, 2-3 for intermediate and advanced exercisers). Rest about 30 seconds-1 minute between sets and at least one day between workout sessions

For muscle gain: Do 6-8 reps enough weight that you can ONLY complete the desired reps and 3 or more sets, resting for 1-2 minutes between sets and 3 or more days between sessions.

For beginners, give yourself several weeks of conditioning before going to this level. You may need a spotter for many exercises.
For health and muscular endurance: Do 12-16 reps using enough weight that you can ONLY complete the desired reps and 1-3 sets, resting 20-30 seconds between sets and at least one day between workout sessions.

Answer 2

With the 4 sets you are doing more, which will burn more calories, but the set of 3 is putting more stress on your muscles, which will increase your endurance more.

Answer 3

it depends what you goals are, if you are looking to increase your size and strength, then stick with bench pressing high weight low reps less than 6, if you are looking to burn fat and increase cardio and tone the muscle go for the high rep push ups.

Answer 4

4 sets of 25....more reps is better. remember slow and steady. don't rush through it.

Answer 5

do what you can if you can't do more reps than work on what you can start slow and get your endurance up.