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In this segment, fitness coach Eric Roberts outlines his approach to rep ranges in resistance training. He advocates using lower repetitions—typically 4 to 8 reps—for major compound lifts such as squats, bench press, deadlifts, Romanian deadlifts, and hip thrusts, where maintaining proper form and handling heavier loads are paramount. For isolation and accessory movements—bicep curls, shoulder raises, tricep extensions, lat pulldowns, and rear delt flies—he recommends moderate to high repetitions, focusing on targeting specific muscles without the need for maximal weight. This dual‑strategy balances strength development on core lifts with hypertrophy and muscular endurance on supplemental exercises.
