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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

  • Strength training: 3 to 5 minutes of rest per set to maximize performance.

  • Hypertrophy (muscle growth) training: Around 90 seconds of rest.

  • General rule: Rest should be as short as possible but as long as necessary to maintain performance.

Individualizing Your Rest Times

  • Rest time varies by person. Some lifters may need longer recovery to maintain intensity.

  • Shorter rest periods help maintain metabolic stress, which is beneficial for hypertrophy.

  • Longer rest allows for greater strength output, crucial for powerlifting and heavy lifting.

How StrengthLab360 Helps

  • The StrengthLab360 app provides an automatic rest timer in order to help you stay consistent with rest times.

  • 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!