beginner fitness

Back in March I posted some questions to this page about how to get started working out, I was considering what I needed to be able to do before spending money on a gym. At the time I had just started a new job in the city, and was considering if I'd get a membership to the gym at my work...

Im talking about this: My lower obliques are well developed but not the upper ones so my middle section is kinda caved in and so working on just the externals should fix it. If there isnt a way to isolate externals, do you think those devices that you strap on your abs that cause intense...

So during lockdown I decided to buy a multi-purpose bench press and about 115kg worth of plates which includes a 20kg barbell. I was wondering if you guys could help me pick out exercises i could do for a 5 day split with the equipment I will post below, I can figure out reps and sets by myself...

So far I have warmup Squats w shoulder press Reverse lunges B stance rdl Gorilla rows Jump squats Sumo squat chest press Plank rows Plank shoulder taps Regular planks And cooldown Is this too much? Meant to say im 19f and trying to gain. Im at 95 lbs rn 😭

please if u know a gym with women’s section or only women’s gym in Manchester I would be grateful for it, I stopped going to the gym for this reason so if u know one with enough equipment I would be so thankful, cause most women’s section gyms don’t have decent let alone enough equipment just...

Title is pretty explanatory. (20yo/F/5’6/160lbs) I track my calories and macronutrients and I was trying to cut 300 calories but college has me stressed so I’m taking it easy by eating my maintenance calories. I’m not doing as much cardio because my asthma is reacting to the changing of seasons...

Bit of background: I’m 43 and used to be a yoga instructor, swimmer, runner. Got M.E. from Covid and now can’t exercise at all. I still meditate and occasionally stretch, but can’t do more physical exercise than a brisk 10 min walk on a good day. I am bedbound 50% of my life. It sucks but it is...

Hello, I have had it. I am inconsistent at the gym, lazy with my nutrition. If I had some discipline I know I could’ve been at my goal by now. I’m giving myself 2 months to do 5-10 pull-ups/chinups. I’m male 6’0 194 LBS I can just barely do a single chin up currently. Any tips? I was...

Have anyone here tried Jason Blaha’s 5x5 program, and what did you think about it... i’ve used it when K first started lifting and K thought it was aboslutely lovely! Here’s a link for anyone not knowing what this routine is...

Hi, I am 5,5 F and I’m the definition of to skinny. It’s hard for me to gain weight or muscle and I need help. Any tips or workout plans that can help.

I'll be honest and say I think I've been doing this routine for more than I should (for around 6 months, with minimal changes on some exercises). It's based on an online program and I've been adding more weight, set or reps this whole time but I'm unsure if it's any good. My main goal is to...

Hi There. I hope that heading got your attention. I love weight lifting and wanted advice from the Reddit fam. I have so many unorganized thoughts and emotions in my mind, I apologize if everything is unorganized. I am 30 YO male, 310 pounds guy currently sucking big time in life and dating...

I’m 22M looking to build muscle and loss some weight. I wouldn’t consider myself overweight but have a slight beer belly. I’ve been working out since October and haven’t seen a lot of muscle growth. My girlfriend said she can see a difference but I’m struggling too. Currently at the gym I...

Hello I am 18f 5’7” and about 160 pounds. I gained about ten pounds on campus and I’m trying to shave it off and keep it off going into this fall. My goal is to hit 135-140 by September. I have been going to the gym 3-5 days a week and have seen solid strength progress but not a lot of weight...

I read through the stuff on here, but just wondering if there are any tips for a tall guy on losing weight. I’m 35, 6’9” and around 450 pounds. I’ve been starting to try and walk once a day. I know about calorie cutting and such. I just have a very bad back and my knees aren’t that great...

Hello! I'll try and keep it short and simple I want to start a fitness routine I want to lose fat, gain a bit of strength improve joint and flexibility problems and all round feel healthier and not be out of breath walking up stairs. I'm 31, male, I was pretty fit when I was younger and have...

I generally walk after lifting. Nearly 30 mins. I walk 8 incline and 6-7 km/h. There is another thing on my mind. Runnig 8-9 km/h with 0 incline. Is it good? Have you tried before?

I live in a small room with a roommate and we’re looking for basic workouts we can do while watching tv from our twin beds! Lmk if y’all have any ideas lol

So i'm 20m weighing at about 185lbs at about 5'9" so the weight isn't too visible. last i checked i was 160lbs and i've been working out and watching my diet as well. now i'm not complaining about gaining weight i dont want to lose any weight i just want to turn fat into muscle but for the past...

I’m a 17 year old who’s 6,4 and weighs 9 stone (or 126 pounds) and I’m skinny asf. I wanna get stronger so I don’t keep getting called lanky and weak but to get fit I need a high protein diet and I’m an extremely fussy eater. Whenever I try and find a good meal for growth in muscles they always...