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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 20 MIN

Should Adults Lift for Less than 5 Reps Per Set? - #AMR382

from The Ask Mike Reinold Show · host Mike Reinold

Mike Boyle had a great discussion on Instagram several weeks ago about adults lifting to failure and using low rep schemes.It sparked a lot of arguments among people about which approach is best and whether there's always an answer to this question.We discuss whether adults should lift to failure on low-rep schemes in this week's episode. We'll go over what we do at Champion, how we mostly agree with this, and why we may work low reps for a very certain population for a specific reason.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/should-adults-lift-for-less-than-5-reps-per-set/ Learn our proven system for sports PTs who want to master ACL rehab, confidently progress patients, and guide athletes safely back to high-level sport.Click here to learn more Click Here to View My Online CoursesWant to learn more from me? I have a variety of online courses on my website!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show_____Want to learn more?  Check out my blog, podcasts, and online coursesFollow me:  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Youtube

Mike Boyle had a great discussion on Instagram several weeks ago about adults lifting to failure and using low rep schemes. It sparked a lot of arguments among people about which approach is best and whether there's always an answer to this question. We discuss whether adults should lift to failure on low-rep schemes in this week's episode. We'll go over what we do at Champion, how we mostly agree with this, and why we may work low reps for a very certain population for a specific reaso...

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