Quick or slow exercises?
Does your current workout provide a metabolic or tension stimulus? 👆 There’s no magic number! The infamous 3×8 for hypertrophy or 3×15 for definition is NOT the way to go!
Your muscles can’t count! They respond to the stimuli applied, and these stimuli can be TENSION-BASED OR METABOLIC.
Tension-based workouts
Tension-based workouts are characterized by low repetitions, heavier loads, and longer rest intervals between sets.
Metabolic workouts
Metabolic workouts are characterized by high repetitions, lighter loads (compared to tension-based workouts), and shorter rest intervals between sets.
Ahhh, and you must be wondering: Which method delivers the best results? 🔉 THERE IS NO “BEST”!
There is, however, an appropriate adjustment for your workout routine!
The recommendation is to vary the stimuli to avoid hitting a plateau! Hitting a plateau is when we stop seeing progress in our workouts (whether in muscle or strength gains), and this is directly linked to muscle adaptation. A body that has adapted to its workouts won’t grow anymore!
Quick exercises: there’s no difference
Training with weights requires careful planning and the right intensity to be truly effective. If you can’t get back to your sessions, you won’t see results. I’ve seen some women make many other mistakes, such as cheating on or restricting their diet during this time.
All of this will affect your training results and make weight training less effective.
So always try to train smart and develop an effective diet that meets your goals. There’s no secret to achieving good results—just discipline and guidance from professionals!
Another important point when returning to your workouts is to maintain consistency. When you get back, choose exercises with more repetitions and lighter loads. One workout program recommended for inactive people is called a split routine by body part. It’s recommended for inactive people because it helps prevent early muscle fatigue.
