Reverse Pryamid vs ... NOT?

[chico1st]

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)


THANKS!

 

[CowPimp]

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.

 

[Big Smoothy]

I'm bumping this thread.

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

I feel the work the best for me.

 

[Built]

I use this idea in much of my training:
TESTOSTERONE NATION

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.

 

[Chevrolet]

i prefer a static rep count with progressive resistance.

 

[powerrack]

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.

 

[vader]

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