Do warmup sets actually matter or could I just stretch well and be alright

[trueg___]

Like I understand the point of having one warmup set what's light and easy then 2 sets where you put your normal weight on or just work up your progressive overload and 3 in total but if I just stretch the muscles I'm going to work that day can't I just have 3 regular sets with weight on?

I feel like it would save time in my sessions and allow me to actually put abit more muscle on quicker by getting a few more reps In than just 2 sets.

Or is it mandatory unless I'm rooting for an injury.

 

[trueg___]

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[lumified]

Like I understand the point of having one warmup set what's light and easy then 2 sets where you put your normal weight on or just work up your progressive overload and 3 in total but if I just stretch the muscles I'm going to work that day can't I just have 3 regular sets with weight on?

I feel like it would save time in my sessions and allow me to actually put abit more muscle on quicker by getting a few more reps In than just 2 sets.

Or is it mandatory unless I'm rooting for an injury.

don't stretch the muscle before workout
do warm up sets.
6 rep - 50% of top set
2 reps - 80% of top set

 

[sha]

although it’s not necessary it’s preferred if your muscles are literally warm (hot) before doing your set

keep it simple and do a couple lightweight reps before your main set and you’re good

 

[trueg___]

don't stretch the muscle before workout
do warm up sets.
6 rep - 50% of top set
2 reps - 80% of top set

Alright thank you

I was wondering if I did full sets so thanks

 

[enzyme]

do what you want bro

 

[TrueOgreGymcel]

I would say strecthing is enough for the most part. Especially after several years at the gym, your body is a well-oiled machine used to the effort and physical toll. Your mind muscle connection is also on point. However, even I still do warm up sets especially on compounds like the bench. Last thing we need is a pec bruise or even worse.

Just don't be obsess too much about those percentage warm ups (unless you're a competitive autistic powerlifter I guess). Warm up, get the blood flowing, feel your muscles and when you know it's time ; you go hard into the working sets.

But for cables and basic machine sets, first thing I do is a 5 mins whole body stretch/low weight warmup for the whole workout, for sure.

 

[trueg___]

I would say strecthing is enough for the most part. Especially after several years at the gym, your body is a well-oiled machine used to the effort and physical toll. Your mind muscle connection is also on point. However, even I still do warm up sets especially on compounds like the bench. Last thing we need is a pec bruise or even worse.

Just don't be obsess too much about those percentage warm ups (unless you're a competitive autistic powerlifter I guess). Warm up, get the blood flowing, feel your muscles and when you know it's time ; you go hard into the working sets.

But for cables and basic machine sets, first thing I do is a 5 mins whole body stretch/low weight warmup for the whole workout, for sure.

Yeah, don't wanna get injured, so I'll stick to what you've said.

Thank you for the help

 

[TrueOgreGymcel]

Yeah, don't wanna get injured, so I'll stick to what you've said.

Thank you for the help

Remember that is my suggestion based on my experience. Feel free to experiment and don't be afraid to change your methods if needed. Even I after all these years still experiment with my training.