Maximums

[precious_roy]

Does anyone retest their maximums after each macrocycle, or do you just gestimate a new max and use that? If you do retest, when do you do it?

 

[Old and Grey]

I just estimate based on my last cycle. As I finish each rep range, I make a note of how hard the last set was and what I think I can do with the next cycle.

 

[imported_ilFacell]

I usually take my old repetition maximums and add 10% to them.

 

[MrNasty]

Quote[/b] (precious_roy @ Mar. 03 2005,1:09)]Does anyone retest their maximums after each macrocycle, or do you just gestimate a new max and use that? If you do retest, when do you do it?

I only reset my MAxes when i introduce new exercises to my program, or if become stronger - other than that everything stays the same.

 

[imported_gripstrength]

I like your approach, ilFacell; it's simple and realistic while keeping things on an upward trajectory. I'm on my first HST cycle and will do that for my own maxes next time around.

 

[Jake]

What mr Nasty said, but also what ilFacell said too- in other words, I'll increase when I feel ready, and usually by about 10%.