Is taking a two minute break between sets okay?

Question:

I do five sets of each exercise (free weights), the first two being a warmup, the rest progressively harder. I take a two minute break between each set.

I mentally need a significant break, but want to balance the length between mental and physical needs. Aside from less aerobic benefits, is there any disadvantage of this length of a break?

Thank you.

Answers:
Yeah, I heard that it's actually better to take a break in between.

Yeah 2 mintues isn't that long at all. I usually wait 30 seconds to 1 minute. It depends on how hard the exercise is and how tired you are. If you are beat and tired, wait a little longer.

yes, there is another disadvantage. when you take a long break, bloodflow to your muscles declines thus depriving them of the energy and nutrients they need to 1. continue to work and 2. repair and rebuild. try one minute.

You need this break. And the harder a set is, the longer break you need. Most only require 2-3 minutes though.

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Is taking a two minute break between sets okay?

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