Can over working a muscle fail to show results such as mass or definition?

Question

I'm just wondering because i went to the gym today, did back and biceps. and for biceps i did 3 sets of 8 reps standing curls, 3 sets of 8 reps preacher hammer curls, seated curls, 3 sets 8 reps, than i did preacher curls 3 sets 8 reps than finally i did normal hammer curls. also 3 sets of 8 reps. was that over doing it? and can overdoing it fail to gain muscle mass/definition?

Additional Details

Okay, yes I was seriously asking. I weigh 132 lbs, I'm 15. I was using, 35's at first and I went as low as 20's for some things. And my calorie intake was pretty good today, I had a protein shake after my workout too.

Answer 1

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker

You can't over work a muscle but you can injure it, and if you really work it you need to let it rest for a while and you just need to find out how long it takes for YOUR muscles to recover. Everybody is different. Like it takes me about a week to get the full benefits after a few days of intense exercise.

Source(s):

my own experiences and a year or two of minor research

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Asker's Comment:

alright, thanks!

Answer 2

yes

Answer 3

Just as long as your caloric intake matches the amount of energy used working out, if not you will end up eating muscle to feed the body.

Answer 4

well, overworking is a relative term, so how much weight did you use? how much do you weigh? do you eat a lot of protein? do you not eat a healthy diet at all? were you seriously asking? or were you just proud? I can only give you 1/2 of an answer because you did not clarify your question.next time, my freind, next time.

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the best muscle.