If I want to gain some muscle weight and grow a little bit would I use more reps and less weight or vis versa?
601741
More weight, less reps. That builds power... the other way around builds endurance.
999447
If you want "cut" not size, go high reps low weight.  Obviously, the reverse is what is needed for size.
850774
more weights, less reps- BUT enough to get to muscle fatigue.\nYou don't want to overdo it but you want to use the maximum weight you can handle , doing 10 - 15 reps, and at least three sets, possibly four-  by the end of your last set you want to feel like you literally cannot do any more.\nPyramid sets are also a good way to build muscle-  this is where you would do 5 -7 sets, your middle set is going to be the maximum weight oyu can handle, your first and last set are warm up and cool down sets.  You would obviously use more weight than this , but for an example set 1  - 15 reps- 5 pounds, set 2 10 reps 10 lbs, set 3  - 5 - 10 reps 15 lbs,  set 4 same as set 2 , set 5 same as set 1\n\nyou can also do straight sets 10- 15 reps of the max you can handle you will gradually increase your weight.  Also oyu want to make sure you are weight training 3- 5 times a week and don't work the same muscle group 2 days in a row.\nTo lose the fat, maintain cardiovascular health and make those new muscles really show- include 3- 5 days of good aerobic/ cardiovascular exercise
120988
low weight, high reps will help to tone the muscles of your body...and don't forget your cardio...
291333
to get maximum muscle gain do a reverse pyramid workout use as much weight as you can to complete 8 reps 5 reps and 3 reps Allow 24 hours between lifting sessions to let the muscle regenerate
711304
If you're muscles don't hurt then you know you're not getting any stronger. Lift heavier weights with more reps and sets. If you want bigger muscles, lift heavier weights that you can barely lift. Once your muscle starts hurting, you know you're growing. No pain no gain.
1095139
what you want is NO...not NO2 lol =]\n\nincreased blood flow does have its pros...a lot of people say NO is just for pumps but if you have more blood flowing to your muscles, then more oxygen can get to your muscles.  so, based on that, it would seem like you would be able to crank out a few more reps each set...which would be great for gains.  also, increased blood flow also helps in the bedroom =]
50390
It depends.  Did your muscles ever get sore from working out? For me, after a while, my muscles do not get sore; they get used to the exercises I do and to the number of reps I do.  It doesn't matter so much if your muscles get sore as it does that you are getting results.  If you are accomplishing what you want, either gains in size, strength or definition, then it doesn't really matter.\nOn the other hand, maybe you aren't doing enough sets.  It really depends on what your goals are, and we can take it from there.
81562
You should try strength training instead.  Using weights would help build muscle.
242965
LoL....Actually there is. Take a wet towel drape over and flex the muscle up and down as if doing weight bench lifts but only this time it's your *****. The wet towel causes more weight. Start with small reps and add on gradually. Have fun and enjoy your new girth.
567884
Ok, its a long one, but hear me out :)\n\nNo no, don't listen to the people telling you to eat more...that's ridiculous and will only result in raising your fat percentage, making you unhealthy, with risk of heart trouble either now or later on, depending on your age.\n\nWhy DO you want to gain 40 pounds?  Why 40?  Are you starting a new sport, or do you feel you're underweight?  Have you found your Body Mass Index, or BMI? (Chart found easily on the web, etc)\n\nIf you find yourself wanting to gain some weight for healthy reasons, I recommend strength training.  This will put on muscle instead of fat, and has only endless advantages with no drawbacks.  Not only will you have more energy, but your heart will thank you, you won't need a man to open that stubborn can, and you can feel good about yourself and your self-image.\n\nStrength training involves several options for you.  Reps (the number of times you lift a weight, or perform the excercise) and sets (the number of groups of these excercises you do) are common terms you should know.\n\nTo tone what you have, or lose some weight, you would need to peak and exhaust your muscles at about 18 or 20 reps, and repeat it 3 times (or three sets.)\n\nBuuut, if you're looking to build MASS (and weight, in your case,) you should look at doing a heavier weight for less reps.  For example, if you like a weight 6 times and cannot possibly lift it a 7th because its too much...then repeat for 3 or 4 reps, you'll build mass like no one's business.\n\nCan I reccommend a personal trainer at least in the beginning to help you customize a workout for you?  Or if you have any questions, I am a trainer myself.\n\nRemember, muscle weighs more than fat.  If you're looking to gain, go for muscle.\n\nGood luck!
331928
The idea of less weight more reps is a fib. To build muscle you have to challenge the muscle to something it must build up to achieve. To build mass and increase strength you need to be doing a set of reps (10-15) at a weight where you use 80% of your full effort on the first rep. In other words it should not be easy to finish the set but you should make it through the set without burn or heavy breathing. 3 sets of these reps is a suggested amount to do about 3 times a week. Every week pick one workout and one set of reps to do a burnout. Set the weight to your max lift and see how many reps you can do. Be smart with your burnouts or you will end up injured. This is simply to challenge your muscle to an extent of tearing so the muscle will never get stagnant. Good Luck!
788380
low reps with heavy weights........only way to add muscle to any part of the body.......try holding a weight in your hands on your chest thats heavy enough to only allow you to do 8-10 reps.........for any other body part i would suggest heavier.......for example when i bench press the weight has to be heavy enough for 4-6 reps.........no less than 4 and no more than 6.....\n\n\nso you should do them weighted.......slow and controlled..........keep the tension on your abs the whole time.......no less than 8 no more than 10........crunches and leg lifts are good too....
219293
Do something like yoga instead, rather than lifting weights.  And if you do lift, do more repetitions and more sets with lower weight.  Try 5 sets of 20-30 reps instead of 3 sets of 5 or 10.
272394
Cardio and resistance training exercises, like Pilate's. Doing more reps. with less weight. The idea is to get LONG LEAN muscle without adding bulk. Also, FULL range of motion with the resistance training, so you are working the entire muscle rather that just parts of it.
502949
If you're looking to gain mass (size), do heavy weight/low reps.  Low weight/high reps builds strength, but not size
88631
k if you run for like at least ten minutes every day and your legs will get stronger and lift some weights like ten to thirty pounders lighter weight more repititions builds muscle faster