Started doing this workout 2 months ago and I'm already getting bigger and feel fitter.
Row
Dip
Sumo Deadlift
Curl
OHP
Squat
Calf raise
All exercises for 3x20, 1 min rest. 2 workouts a week.
The high reps give me a massive pump and leave me breathless. The latest studies show that high reps are just as effective at building muscle as low reps. They're also easier on the joints and give you a good cardio workout.
Low reps are for wimps. High reps are what the real tough guys do.
A 5 rep set is all over in a few seconds. A 30 rep squat or 20 rep deadlift is a whole other kind of beast. Your muscles will be set on fire and you'll be breathing like a horse at the end of the set. It's the difference between a little scuffle in the street and going a whole round in the ring taking pounding after pounding.
I changed my routine to try this following your post - I felt more knackered than I usually do and I reckon you're probably onto something, mate.
What sources are you looking at to suggest the higher repetitions are preferable to less repetitions at a higher weight? I'm curious about the studies you're talking about.