Reps, short for repetitions, are the number of times you complete a single exercise before taking a rest or a break. A set is a group of repetitions. Completing several reps of a specific exercise in a row is called a set. For example, if you do 10 pushups, that would be 10 reps, and if you do three sets of 10 pushups, that would be 30 reps in total. Using reps and sets to organize your workouts has many benefits. They can be very useful in gauging your baseline strength and measuring your progress. Following a defined workout plan can also help take the guesswork out of strength training. When doing exercise reps for strength training, it is important to use proper form and controlled movements, breathe out as you lift the weight and breathe in when you lower it, and move through the full range of motion of your joints. Keep challenging your muscles by increasing the weight or adding another set of exercise reps to your workout. Choose a weight that tires your muscles by the last two repetitions. But if you cant do the final two reps, go with a lighter weight. If it’s too easy, add about 1 pound to 2 pounds for arms or 2 pounds to 5 pounds for legs.