I've been lifting for about 5 months now and have gotten from 20kgs to 50kgs doing squats overhead and bench-press. I just have a few questions. My current pb is 3x8 OHP with 50 kgs but at 60 i go down to only being able to do 2x6 with a few extra inbetween. Should i focus on more reps with lighter weight or less with heavier.Also is it worth it to invest in a belt right now? I learned proper form but i'm just wondering about the risks of developing a herniaI'm 86kgs 177cm and 23 yo if that helps
Those aren't bad numbers at all. In answer to your question of lighter weight for reps or heavier weight, why not do one for one week then do the other for one week and see what happens.
>>77259198Both. Do one heavy set. Try cluster sets specifically for that. Then higher rep sets. >beltYou're not gonna develop a hernia without a belt. An oly belt doesn't do much, a powerlifting wide belt makes your midsection more stable. It helps my ohp/squats by like 5%. Training your obliques/erectors religiously so they are the strongest link will protect you from a hernia way better than a belt.
As long as you're training your core separately (not just abs, obliques and low back as well) and not jumping up in weight too fast or straining your back by leaning back too far while you're pressing you'll be fine.
>>77259198What are you training for? strength or muscle mass?
