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  1. 07-19-2006, 02:24 PM #1
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    Reverse Pryamid vs ... NOT?

    I was wondering about the pros/cons of a Reverse Pyramid, such as doing lots of mass at low reps at first then decreasing the weight and increasing the reps on everyset.

    Now when I get to a specific excersice I do a quick warm up, put on whatever weight i plan on using then do a high rep set with decreasing reps in each set but i dont change the wieght. ie/ 1x12 1x10 1x8 1x6. I was wondering if you guys thought that a reverse pyramid would be better than my current method, or what other methods you use? ( I have read the stickies)


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  3. 07-19-2006, 09:01 PM #2
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    I think reverse pyramids make more sense, as you are less fatigued for the more neurally demanding heavy sets. Go ahead and give it a shot and see what you think.
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    I'm bumping this thread.

    I'm curious to know how many of the experienced trainers here us Reverse Pyramids.

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  5. 06-30-2008, 02:12 AM #4
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    I use this idea in much of my training:
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    In a nutshell, 5x5 for heavy compounds, 3x8 (tension) for accessory work, then 3x12 (fatigue/endurance) for concentration, if have enough food in me (ie not when I'm cutting)

    In a way, a reverse pyramid, but just three big honkin' steps.
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    i prefer a static rep count with progressive resistance.
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    I sort of do a reverse pyramid as well, I usually only do 2-3 "work sets per movment" usually preceeded by 2-3 warm up sets on the first movement of a body part depending on how heavy I will go and no warm ups on the next exercises for that body part.

    A lot of it depends on your personal training style, I love lower volume but intense sets if I'm up to it. So this method fits well for me.
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    Quote Originally Posted by powerrack View Post
    I sort of do a reverse pyramid as well, I usually only do 2-3 "work sets per movment" usually preceeded by 2-3 warm up sets on the first movement of a body part depending on how heavy I will go and no warm ups on the next exercises for that body part.

    A lot of it depends on your personal training style, I love lower volume but intense sets if I'm up to it. So this method fits well for me.
    same here, reverse pryamids are great for a change of pace
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