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SHOULD YOU TEST 1RM FOR HYPERTROPHY

Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:12 pm
by samgraves82

Re: SHOULD YOU TEST 1RM FOR HYPERTROPHY

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 2:48 pm
by MONSTRO
In 23 years training i never done my 1max rep ever . I think is very dangerous and less than 5 reps is not the best to grow.
At this time i stay away some basics to keep injuries free. basics is a must in beginning to give a solid mass.

Re: SHOULD YOU TEST 1RM FOR HYPERTROPHY

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 2:58 pm
by Phill
MONSTRO wrote: Mon Jul 06, 2020 2:48 pm In 23 years training i never done my 1max rep ever . I think is very dangerous and less than 5 reps is not the best to grow.
At this time i stay away some basics to keep injuries free. basics is a must in beginning to give a solid mass.
I agree.
this "test" is used to set up a workout based on the percentage of your 1rm (80-85% generally for mass)
but kg more kg less, it can be set even without having to do a single rep and risk bones.

Re: SHOULD YOU TEST 1RM FOR HYPERTROPHY

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 4:06 pm
by samgraves82
I agree with both of you guys but i like being strong as well as getting bigger and i let my ego get the best of me sometimes