Weightlifting: better to bulk or tone?

[pandaa]

This is going to change for each sport, but... as far as weightlifting goes, do you think it's better to workout to build muscle, or just tone? Or maybe a mixture or both? What are the advantages and disadvantages of these two techniques?

 

[zawazuki]

Bulk then cut for best results.

 

[Blazing]

Weight lifting for me is to builds muscle and increases strength, which boosts metabolism for weight loss,and enhances bone density .

 

[Gwolf66]

It's better for increasing muscle mass, although it also helps with toning; weights are more effective at increasing muscle volume.

 

[boolgermaine]

In weightlifting I see different benefits depending on the goal. If you go heavy you build muscle and strength but it requires more eating and a lot of recovery. If you go light with lots of reps you get shape and definition but strength doesn't increase much. The combination of both brings a good balance, the body looks lean and still has strength.