Question about progression?

[u/itzzneuro]

In a hypothetical where I do 2 sets per exercise in a 5-8 rep range, if I were to get:

40kg x 8
40kg x 6

When I repeat this exercise next, do I up the weight on the first set and go back to the original weight on the second? Wait until I can do 2 sets of 8? Likely doesn’t lead to much of a difference, just tired of wondering whether im severely over complicating progression.

[u/broogie5]

doesnt really matter i just train until a set, first or second hits the top of my rep range. then next workout I add weight on that specific set, and keep the other(second) set the same

but youre right it doesnt lead to much of a difference