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Last post: 25 Apr at 17:06
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Posted on 22 May 12 at 21:19 |
I just started a strength training routine a couple of weeks ago. It really kicked my ass the first few days, but I found the second week to be much easier to take. Currently, I can only bench press 3 sets (12 repetitions) of 120 lbs, but I assume that will improve over time.
I was wondering if anybody else here does strength training, and if so, if it benefited them.
I have a trainer at my gym that is helping me through this, and it also helps that I have some form of external accountability to keep me from skipping a day here and there. I am actually starting to enjoy doing this, and I never thought I would find myself saying something like this. Heh. |
Last post: 28 Jan at 20:31
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Posted on 22 May 12 at 21:43 |
I've been doing one for years. 2008 was my peak season, these days I'll bench 90kg on a good day (I weigh 75kg). At my peak I was benching 110kg.
Yeah I found it hugely beneficial. Mostly for psychological reasons, but it's also great when you go to perform a task like moving house, and it feels so easy because you're trained.
My training volume isn't huge, about 50mins/day, 6 days/week if I can manage it. I got my best results when I was training 90mins/day, 6 days/week.
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Last post: 07 Mar at 20:00
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Posted on 22 June 12 at 06:48 |
I've started several weeks ago... I'm not doing any bench presses yet... my routine is mainly rowing, stretching, running, two muscle groups and abs...
it did help me a lot... I was having problems sleeping before that and I just feel better overall... I keep noticing that things I used to have problems lifting are getting lighter and people keep telling me I am starting to developing muscles...
it's weird... |
Last post: 11 May at 19:50
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Posted on 22 June 12 at 06:52, Edited on 22 June 12 at 06:54 by Roxas583 |
Yeah Ive recently started going to the gym to work out (and perhaps a little bit because I want to impress my gf :p). I bench 135 lbs, for 3 sets (8 times each). I am also working on my abs and triceps.
The first few times being able to lift nothing or only lift it only a small amount of times didnt make me feel too good about myself. But I do enjoy seeing myself able to lift heavier weights and for more reps due to persistance and dedication. |
Last post: 07 Nov 12 at 21:02
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Posted on 22 June 12 at 22:11 |
I trained with weights several years ago, but the older i got the lazier i got, however i have recently got back into strength training once again and i'm hooked, thank goodness. Though my prefered weight to use is Kettlebells. There are endless exercise variations that you can do. It’s amazing how many exercises you can come up with just a simple piece of iron just by changing your grip.
You can get more done in less time;
You can get a great workout in as little as 15 minutes. I have had really tough training sessions in less than 10 minutes. When I don’t have a lot of time I know I can do a few high rep Kettlebell exercises and wind up breathing hard and drenched in sweat.
It also develops Functional Strength
As the weight gets too light you can get a heavier bell, get another bell or change the way you hold the bell. You can’t add weight to the kettlebell like you can to a dumbbell or barbell so those are your choices. The training that you will do and the strength you will develop will transfer to many other aspects of your life, whether you are an athlete or not. You will most certainly stand taller. Try them. |
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Last post: 07 Mar at 20:00
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Posted on 23 June 12 at 09:07 |
that is true... I am standing a lot taller... it's weird...
so... my (kind-of) friends are doing this exercise routine called 70 seconds... where you take a weight that is half of what you usually take and do as many reps as you can in 70 seconds... do that four times for each exercise...
I'm a bit sceptical on whether that's a good idea or not... I prefer doing exercises the normal way... just do a low number of reps and increase the weight periodically...
anyone had any experience with this 70 seconds method? or any opinions about it? |
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Posted on 04 August 12 at 00:59 |
| I think Dumbbells are more convenient when it comes to lifting weights.. |
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Last post: 28 Jan at 20:31
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Posted on 05 August 12 at 20:12 |
Lunatyk5 said:that is true... I am standing a lot taller... it's weird...
so... my (kind-of) friends are doing this exercise routine called 70 seconds... where you take a weight that is half of what you usually take and do as many reps as you can in 70 seconds... do that four times for each exercise...
I'm a bit sceptical on whether that's a good idea or not... I prefer doing exercises the normal way... just do a low number of reps and increase the weight periodically...
anyone had any experience with this 70 seconds method? or any opinions about it?Rather than get into the science of this (muscle fibre morphology, principles of orderly recruitment etc) I will just mention the results.
If you want your muscles to grow larger, then you need to choose a weight where you fail on about the 4th to 6th rep. Even a 2 rep max is OK, but obviously such a routine would have a low aerobic load. Your friends idea of the 70 reps thing is good, but it won't cause the greatest amount of hypertrophy.
Per body part, I would have a routine like this - warm into it, very heavy weights with basic exercises, then more specific exercises with lighter weights and higher reps to 'blow out the tank', if you know what I mean. |
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Last post: 10 May at 03:56
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Posted on 06 September 12 at 10:59 |
I have been lifting weights for a while.
I have always tried to keep my workouts at 1hour. 10-20 minutes of cardio to warmup. Do my routine for that day, then some cardio to cool down. I do light cardio as well on my non lifting days.
I know cardio is supposed to kill your gains, but it makes me feel good and I'm pretty happy with where my strength is at. Currently trying to cut to below 10% bodyfat. |
Last post: 25 Apr at 17:06
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Posted on 07 September 12 at 15:10 |
I lost four inches off my waist in the last three months (along with about 25lbs), so I must be doing something right. At this point, I no longer consider myself "fat".
I still am bench pressing 120, three sets at 12 reps, every other day. I am thinking of paying to see a personal trainer in the near future, but that depends on how empty my wallet is. |
Last post: 10 May at 03:56
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Posted on 08 September 12 at 14:15 |
From my experience I would say personal trainers can be a very good thing. A good personal trainer will teach you tons about fitness, keep you motivated, give you healthy and effective workout plans personalized for you. Unfortunately personal trainers are far from equal, but it can be handy to ask around.
If you're looking for external accountability, You could join a site like bodybuilding.com and keep an online fitness diary, you help inspire others and people will know if you have been slacking.
There is also nerdfitness.com which may be more appropriate given the content of TA, I don't know much about this place, but I have lurked there a little bit and people seem incredibly friendly, which on the internet always surprises me. |