Higher volume training for us older dudes?
I've heard that as you get older, training with lighter intensity for more volume can be beneficial as it allows similar gains/hypertrophy but with less stress on your body?
I'm 39 halfway to 40...after lifting since my 20s, I've got some kinks here and there like anyone. Thinking of adopting this approach a bit more in the near future. Sometimes pushing those super heavy weights for 3-5 reps is just SO taxing I feel like I need a week to recover.
Anyone else adopt higher volume training with good results, e.g. it didn't make you lose a ton of mass?
Or is the answer to keep the intensity up but take more rest days?
Don't get me wrong, I actually feel great overall, fit and healthy, but I do notice that I don't "bounce" back as quickly if that makes sense...