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to grow larger arms should i be doing more weight less reps, or more reps less weight? please help a skinny newbie out lol
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Anonymous 4w

You need to train arms like you train legs, chest, and back. Do not treat that shit like it’s an “accessory lift” because they’re all lifts and you have to go hard enough to the point where your neck veins pop out. In terms of weight and reps, do 2/3 sets at a weight where you’ll fail between 8-15. Eating extremely high protein everyday is vital.

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Anonymous 4w

start off with arms in your session go heavy if your form is good aim for 4-6 reps but you’re a noob so go for 8-12

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Anonymous 4w

either or, all that matters is that you’re getting close to, or achieving failure. Generally, I recommend doing low-moderate reps (5-10) with heavier loads, but especially when you’re first starting, prioritize your form above all. Start lighter than you think you need to, work in the 5-10 rep range, then move up in weight as your form develops.

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Anonymous 4w

I’ve heard a lot of mixed things but think you wanna do roughly 70% of your max for 8-12 for “optimal” growth

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Anonymous replying to -> orbitz 4w

“extremely high” is a bit vague. Generally around .75-1 grams per pound of bodyweight is more than enough.

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