How Long Do You Do Time Holds For.

[kelby]

i am doing time hold with heavy weights. (will for me, they are heavyLOL) i was wondering if 30 seconds is good enough. or do i need less time. and how many sets do i do.

[daniel reinard]

depends on the lift you're doing. What exercise? Also what is your goal?

[Malice]

When I do timed holds I generally like to use a weight I can hold for about 10 seconds on the first hold and when I get to 15 seconds on the last hold I'll add a couple pounds. I generally do 4-5 holds with a minute or so rest between. On occassion at the end of a heavy workout I'll drop the weight by about 50% of the last set and hold it as long as possible. I don't really count the time but I'd say it's at least 20 seconds.