how many reps should someone do if trying to gain alot of muscle?

Answer 1

change your set often, don't stick with a set number. your body adapts to the reps and will stop your gains. Basically for the beginner I recommend 25-50 for two months, then go with a lower rep set of 8-12, then 15 then fluctuate every few weeks. Work all muscles in each group, do some super sets, and some drop sets here and there too.

Answer 2

4-6 reps is considered ideal for increasing strength
8-10 for mass gains (muscle building)
15+ for endurance

8-12 would probably be best for muscle building.

Answer 3

if you want muscle,use light weights and it depends on how much you can bench,curl etc. now if you want strength use heavier weights and less reps,this will give you muscle and strength.trust me,i know...i was in prison and used heavy weights and less reps. PLEASE "MAKE SURE" you have some1 to spot you while ur benching (free weights) and curling you really dont need any1 to spot you. after you work out till it burns, stretch ur muscles that you owrked out so that they will heal bigger and wait a day or so,b4 doing the same exercises,like 1 day,benchpress,day2 curls ETC

Answer 4

do it with the weight you could only do about 5-8 reps.. and do them 3-5 times. :) trust me it works!