Rest time between sets?

[RaiseDaBar88]

How do you know how long to wait between sets?

I'm currently bulking.

[NJIron]

generally 1-2 minutes, I've never heard that it matters whether you're bulking or cutting,....never thought of that before.

[nothwang]

i usually walk to the nearby water fountain, get a drink then do my next set. so, at least a minute i guess. i have been doing this for so long that i can't not do it!

[CoL]

depends on the intensity.

high volume work outs with lighter weights and bucket loads of sets rest about 30secs-1min

big heavy lifts, including drop sets, rest 1-3mins.

although there are other variables such as using shocks like supersets, fascia stretching etc. all of which, when incorporated, would require longer rest periods.

but as a general rule of thumb, when you catch your breathe back start pumping. so therefore, it really depends on your cardiovascular fitness and recovery rate.