CHAPTER 25: How Long Should You Rest Between Sets?

Hey everyone! So let’s talk about something that gets asked a lot – how long should you rest between sets during a workout?

From my own experience and everything I’ve learned over the last seven years, I’ve noticed that longer breaks between sets might help delay muscle fatigue, but they also come with a downside. They can make your workouts drag on, and honestly, you might not be using your time as efficiently as you could.

Here’s what I’ve found really interesting – the sets you do when you're already tired, those post-fatigue sets, they hit different or say majestic. They’re usually the most effective and make a real difference in your progress. That’s why I personally prefer keeping rest times short, around 20 to 30 seconds max. It keeps the intensity up and helps me stay locked in throughout the whole session.

Now, I’m not saying long rests are bad – they can definitely be useful, especially for beginners or if you're lifting super heavy. But if your goal is to build muscle, burn fat, and get the most out of your time in the gym, shorter rest intervals have worked best for me – and it’s something a lot of top coaches recommend too.

Give it a try, stay consistent, and let me know how it works for you!

HARDWORK BEATS TALENT !✌.






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