Time between sets.

[BACKDOG]

There is a gym at my work, albeit it's pretty basic but still gives me the opportunity to lift. I realise the most beneficial rest time between sets would be 1-3 mins. But, could I space my workout over a complete day? I'm at the office for around 10-11 hours a day. My idea was to focus on one lift per day, do a heavy set of 5-7 reps, then 2 hours later do another set, completing 5 sets over the course of the day. My boss won't care if I duck up to the gym for 5-10 mins at a time throughout the day, as most of my colleagues would be going for a cigarette break periodically anyway. Would I still enjoy the strength gains this way, or would it be better just to devote a complete hour block to working out?

 

[selfcritical]

You'll be cold between sets, so I probably wouldn't go heavier than "what I can confidently nail every time with no warmup". But programs like Dan John's easy strength work just fine with that, and you'll be recovered AF

 

[SalvadorAllende]

If you lift heavy you should warm up a few minutes before, do some mobility, etc. I dont think it is a great idea if you are going really heavy.

Dont you have a lunch break? I used to go to the gym and then eat in my desk after. It all depends on where you work and if it is allowed.