WARM-UP SET CALCULATOR
Enter your working weight and generate a stepped warm-up ramping sequence. Prepares nervous system, synovial fluid, and joints for heavy lifting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a stepped warm-up essential for adults 45+?
As connective tissues lose water content with age, cold tendons and ligaments cannot tolerate sudden peak shear forces. Stepped warm-up ramping circulates warm synovial fluid into joint capsules, lubricates cartilage, and prepares the neuromuscular pathway without inducing metabolic fatigue.
Why are the rep counts low on heavy warm-up sets?
Warm-up sets should never generate lactate or metabolic fatigue. We drop reps from 10 on the empty bar down to 5, 3, 2, and 1 rep as the load approaches working weight to prime the nervous system while leaving 100% of your energy for working sets.
What rest intervals should I use between warm-up sets?
Rest 45 to 60 seconds after light sets (bar and 40%), 90 seconds after moderate sets (60%), and 2 full minutes after the final heavy primer set (80%-90%) before starting your working sets.
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