low reps or high reps which is better for bulking

[moneyman]

I just started wieght training 2 days ago, can some 1 tell me which is better for bulk

reps of 6-8 or reps of 10-15

any help would be nice

[eleven11]

I would say since you just started to stick with the higher reps, you'll still bulk if you eat right, and your joints and tendons will thank you later.....11

[moneyman]

Originally Posted by eleven11

I would say since you just started to stick with the higher reps, you'll still bulk if you eat right, and your joints and tendons will thank you later.....11

great thank you

[Phreezer]

I disagree... I'd stay in the 8-10 rep range.. if your "bulking" I think this is the better option between the two choices you've given me. But honestly, you're not bulking..you're just getting started.. so basically you'll grow no matter what..

If you don't mind me asking what kind of routine are you running?

[moneyman]

[quote=Phreezer]I disagree... I'd stay in the 8-10 rep range.. if your "bulking" I think this is the better option between the two choices you've given me. But honestly, you're not bulking..you're just getting started.. so basically you'll grow no matter what..

If you don't mind me asking what kind of routine are you running?[/QUOTE
well my B/F is 15% at 217 so im not sure if i should worry about wieght lost just yet so i do 30 mins 3 days a week. How does that sound ?

[moneyman]

Originally Posted by Phreezer

I disagree... I'd stay in the 8-10 rep range.. if your "bulking" I think this is the better option between the two choices you've given me. But honestly, you're not bulking..you're just getting started.. so basically you'll grow no matter what..

If you don't mind me asking what kind of routine are you running?

here is goes
Day 1 chest and back Day 2 legs Day3
1superset leg press dumbell press
bench press 3sets 10 reps lying leg curl dumbbell curl
steaded row

2superset
lat pull-down 3sets 10reps seated leg curl upright row
incline press 3sets 10 reps lunge triceps press down

3superset
flys 3sets 10reps leg ext standing curl
dumbell pull 3 sets 10reps seated calf raise dips
over

[moneyman]

wow that really didnt come out right..lol I hope u can read it

[MANWHORE]

8-10 is a good rep range,just make sure to eat and sleep alot

[moneyman]

Originally Posted by MANWHORE

8-10 is a good rep range,just make sure to eat and sleep alot

is 2500 cal good for now?

[MANWHORE]

Originally Posted by moneyman

is 2500 cal good for now?

You will have to find out what your maintenance calories are,and then add on that. I don't know how fast or slow your metabolism is,how active you are,etc.... 12%bf i'd say your Metabo..is fast so just eat alot and don't worry about fat until you see it showing

[eleven11]

8-10 sound ok too. I guess when you say low rep I'm thinking 5-6 reps......11

[MANWHORE]

I think effort is more important than weight. I don't even know what i can bench,because i don't count the weight on the bar. If i feel pain,i know i will gain

[eleven11]

Originally Posted by moneyman

is 2500 cal good for now?

At 217 lbs about 3255 cals would be a good start. at 5-6 meals per day
I like a 40-40-20 ratio but you'll have to adjust based on your matabolism.....11

[moneyman]

Originally Posted by eleven11

At 217 lbs about 3255 cals would be a good start. at 5-6 meals per day
I like a 40-40-20 ratio but you'll have to adjust based on your matabolism.....11

so i should kick up my cal intake?? lol... it shouldnt be a problem because i already need more to eat with this 2500

[MANWHORE]

Originally Posted by moneyman

so i should kick up my cal intake?? lol... it shouldnt be a problem because i already need more to eat with this 2500

What you should do is figure out what your maintenance calorie intake is by counting the calories in the food you ate daily,if you've basically stayed the same weight before training,then add calories on to those for increased muscle. It's always better to be over your calorie needs and gain some fat than it is to be under and gain nothing.