I always go for 5-8 reps. 3-4 sets. I used to waste so much time doing 12 reps. Found out that I progress really slow that way.

It's better to go for heavy weights. You can cheat for some reps as long as you slowly control the eccentric motion of the rep.

As long as you progress with your weight, means you get stronger.
Of course I don't cheat every rep la haha. 1-2 cheat reps. And when I can do without cheat reps, increase the weight.

The heavier the weight, the bigger your muscle will get.

Sometimes I do go back to lighter weight to do 10 reps if I feel like I'm stalling.
Doing a lot of reps is also good once in a while to feel that muscle-mind connection. Cos lighter weights, easier to focus on the isolated muscles.


In any case, don't stress about it.
It's just a matter of optimization. I learned the hard way doing less reps save time.
You can be more efficient or you can take a more relaxed route with more reps.

This post has been edited by nightshade_nova: Jul 15 2020, 04:38 PM