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How many reps should i do strength training per day?

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Dr. Naresh Rao answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Depends: It depends on your goal. If you are looking to tone your muscles, lower weight and higher rep such as 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps is generally recommended. If your goal is to enlarge the muscles, higher weight with lower rep such as 2-3 sets of 6-8 is generally recommended.

Answered 12/7/2012

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