Originally Posted by
Carbonfiberboy
5 is not nearly enough when you're starting out. Maybe in your third year of uninterrupted lifing. Start with 20-30 reps. Yeah, I know, the websites say you progress faster with 3-5 reps. .
For ME, I am not worried about muscle soreness. I have been riding a very long time and know what that feels like. My knees never, ever hurt after a difficult ride. But I do worry about joint damage when lifting.. Hips, knees, shoulders. I probably should use bigger weights, but it worries me, so I go with 10-20 reps.