Rest Times for Strength Training
How Long Should You Rest Between Sets?
Rest time between sets is a crucial factor in strength and hypertrophy training. The duration of rest depends on your training goals.
Strength vs. Hypertrophy Rest Times
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Strength training: 3 to 5 minutes of rest per set to maximize performance.
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Hypertrophy (muscle growth) training: Around 90 seconds of rest.
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General rule: Rest should be as short as possible but as long as necessary to maintain performance.
Individualizing Your Rest Times
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Rest time varies by person. Some lifters may need longer recovery to maintain intensity.
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Shorter rest periods help maintain metabolic stress, which is beneficial for hypertrophy.
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Longer rest allows for greater strength output, crucial for powerlifting and heavy lifting.
How StrengthLab360 Helps
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The StrengthLab360 app provides an automatic rest timer in order to help you stay consistent with rest times.
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If you struggle to gauge rest periods, the app's timer will help you stay on track.
For more guidance on structuring your training, check out other StrengthLab360 Helpdesk articles!