How important is the 60 sec (stage 1) rest time between sets?? I don't mean waiting less time, I actually mean having a longer rest time. I am finding myself needing 90 sec to 2 minutes rest time as I near the end of the routine. The last two exercises kill me!! LOL
ETA: I do have asthma and I am wondering if that is why I need more time. However, my lungs actually feel clearer when I am lifting than any other time of the day.
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You should try lowering the weight a bit until you can do all the sets and reps with the prescribed rest periods.
You'll still get a great workout, but you'll also do more to get your endurance and recovery up to speed more quickly.
If you're feeling asthma symptoms, that's different. Don't take risks, but you might find that lighter weights still help you recover faster between sets.
Is anyone else having the opposite problem with stage 3? I am finding it almost impossible and really unnecessary to stand around for the 105 second rests for most of the exercises (esp in B).
Is anyone else having the opposite problem with stage 3? I am finding it almost impossible and really unnecessary to stand around for the 105 second rests for most of the exercises (esp in B).
But, this is different. Your muscles, nervous system, and aerobic systems recover at different rates. 105 (or whatever) seconds is designed to provide more muscular and nervous system recovery, allowing you to lift more weight.
You should try lowering the weight a bit until you can do all the sets and reps with the prescribed rest periods.
You'll still get a great workout, but you'll also do more to get your endurance and recovery up to speed more quickly.
If you're feeling asthma symptoms, that's different. Don't take risks, but you might find that lighter weights still help you recover faster between sets.
The exercises I am needing to rest longer in between are all body weight exercises so I have no way to lower the weight.
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AM, homeschooling mom to Wild & Wacky, see my fitness journey here, my training log here and my everything else blog here.
Consistent practice equals consistent progress.
I agree about the rests in stage 3. While I know it isn't following the plan, I have continued with 75 second rests between sets like is prescribed in stage 2. I realize that I may not be lifting heavy enough since I am ready after only 75 seconds, but that is what I am able to do right now.
Jen
The exercises I am needing to rest longer in between are all body weight exercises so I have no way to lower the weight.
That is a problem, then.
Consider finding a rest period that works for the whole group of exercises. Instead of doing 60, then 90, then 120, start with 90s and do your whole workout at 90s. Next time you get to this workout again, reduce by 5 or 10 seconds. After a few workouts, you'll find yourself improving quite a bit.
I agree about the rests in stage 3. While I know it isn't following the plan, I have continued with 75 second rests between sets like is prescribed in stage 2. I realize that I may not be lifting heavy enough since I am ready after only 75 seconds, but that is what I am able to do right now.
Jen
What do you mean? You don't have access to heavier weights or you can't lift weights that are heavier?
Consider finding a rest period that works for the whole group of exercises. Instead of doing 60, then 90, then 120, start with 90s and do your whole workout at 90s. Next time you get to this workout again, reduce by 5 or 10 seconds. After a few workouts, you'll find yourself improving quite a bit.
Sounds like a plan. Thanks!
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AM, homeschooling mom to Wild & Wacky, see my fitness journey here, my training log here and my everything else blog here.
Consistent practice equals consistent progress.
I went heavier tonight and fatigued my muscles, however, I still didn't feel that I needed that length of a rest. I was however exhausted after the workout. It wiped me out.
Jen
Is anyone else having the opposite problem with stage 3? I am finding it almost impossible and really unnecessary to stand around for the 105 second rests for most of the exercises (esp in B).
Me.
I know why it's bad and I should wait the full rest times but it's so danged hard to sit still that long once you're pumped up and into a workout. I'm working on improving it but I don't have to like it.
I'm nearing the end of stage I and 60 seconds just doesn't seem long enought to rest! But I stick to the program. I'm looking forward to those longer rest periods I'm hearing about!
I already know this isn't good, but I don't time my rests... I know they're shorter than they're supposed to be. I just hate standign around doing nothing. I usually take teh time I need to re-rack weights, or get set up for my next exercise, but that takes maybe 30 seconds... And I honestly don't think I can lift heavier without sacrificing form....
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