I have heard many conflicting accounts of how many reps you need to reach hypertrophy. Some people say 6-12, others say 10-14, and everywhere inbetween. Is there a definitive answer to this question? Or does it vary for different body parts, different excersises, etc....thanks in advance!!
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Thread: What rep's to reach hypertrophy
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02-17-2009, 09:26 AM #1Ascended Saiyan
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What rep's to reach hypertrophy
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02-17-2009, 09:32 AM #2Dave Man Job Good
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it will vary from person to person and body part to body part..
there is not MAGICAL number of reps and sets that will automatically max out hypertrophy.. its just how your body reactsNJ CREW - 908/973
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02-17-2009, 09:34 AM #3back with half the reps
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i think you'll find your answer in this thread:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=114234591
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02-17-2009, 09:37 AM #4Ascended Saiyan
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hahaha stupid BB.com must have posted it twice cuz the first time i posted it it said internal server error...NASM-CPT
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