How to increase difficulty?

[McFly]

hi everyone!

Yes, finally, I've come to a moment when some exercises seem too easy! Yipee... Well, actually, there are only a few of this sort, but still!

Anyway, my question is "How do I increase difficulty?". Let's say, f.i., I'm doing 3 sets of 12 reps with 30 lbs on Chest Press. Should I switch to:

4 sets of 12 reps - same weight
or
3 sets of 15 reps - same weight
or
3 sets of 12 reps - 35 lbs
or
Combine?
or
.... Joker ...

Thanks in advance for your answers!

Mac

[jgriffith]

how about 3 sets of 8 reps with heavier weight, or even less reps, 4-6 ,and go real heavy. Doing another set will make it more difficult as well, especially trying to hit the same amount of reps for a second time.

[Lady C]

I would do 35 lbs as many as you can. Continue until you reach 12 reps then increase to 40 lbs.

[McFly]

Thanks to both of you! I'm quite happy with the answer actually as I've always felt increasing weight more challenging, as a sort of small victory against oneself...