beginner fitness

  1. J

    Should I be lifting heavier weights or more volume to build muscle?

    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...
  2. F

    Tips for losing weight without counting calories intensely

    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...
  3. S

    Beginning tips for a tall guy

    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...
  4. J

    Beginner routine question

    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...
  5. B

    Which is the better for cardio?

    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?
  6. S

    Exercises you can do in bed?

    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
  7. C

    any insights on at home workouts?

    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...
  8. O

    Can I get enough protein of mainly protein powders?

    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...
  9. R

    I’m going from sedentary to active and I’m not sure how to gauge what amount of fatigue is normal.

    Hey everyone! 23F here and I’ve been trying to start exercising again. I’m 5’2” and 117lbs. I have no known health issues at the moment other than asthma, and I was diagnosed with vitamin D deficiency. I want to start exercising to improve my anxiety, OCD, and depression. I’ve been dealing with...
  10. W

    2000m row 7 minutes

    Hello, I’m pretty new to working out. Started in August and trying to just get my body healthy, but all I’ve really done is lost 30lbs (300lbs->270lbs). I was recently offered a dream job, but I have to complete a 2000m row in around 7 minutes for my weight. I’ve never rowed before, but...
  11. A

    Looking to "put it all together"

    I have been making it into the gym ~4 times per week for several months now, largely relying on programs offered through the Peloton app as a guide and feel at this point I generally understand the basics: Which muscle groups to work together, and basic moves for each. What I haven't really...
  12. F

    Question on bicep volume

    I’ve been following this bicep routine for the last 8 months 3x/week and have seen pretty modest results. However I feel like I’m working harder but not smarter and that there’s a more optimal routine I could utilize, or that this is simply unnecessary high volume. - Incline Curls 3 x 12 -...
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    How To L SIT (DO THIS)

  14. D

    Why is higher weight fewer reps better?

    I’m just curious on thoughts and the facts on higher weight x lower reps vs lower weight higher reps? During the summer I was mostly running and not lifting as much. To get back into it I’ve been doing less weight and 8-10 reps on compound lifts. A lot of workouts call for 5 reps on compound...
  15. N

    Would love to hear some feedback to my routine!

    Le Moi: M32, 190cm (= 6ft 2in), 82kg (= 180 lbs) Intro BIKING 12.5 min, consisting of: 7 min Grade 5 3 min Grade 7 2.5 min Cooldown Training CHEST PRESS 20 reps x2 50 kg (= 110 lbs) 10 reps x2 57 kg (= 125 lbs) 10 reps x1 64 kg (= 140 lbs) VERTICAL ROW 15 reps x2...
  16. K

    what's your funny gym moment?

    hi guys! i'm 20/F. around 45-47kg and short. lately i've been struggling with grip on a pull up bar. my water fountain hands are not helping and i'm 151cm. god knows what i looked like in the cctv on my tippy toes and jumping to reach the campus gym pull up bar smh. but at least i managed almost...
  17. J

    Advice on glute/leg routine

    Sorry this is long!! I honestly don’t know what I’m doing when it comes to creating a workout plan for my goals, so I was wondering if anyone had any input for the glute routine I made! I feel like I’ve gotten so much contradictory advice and I’m not sure where to start. This is what I’ve put...
  18. L

    Stuck on which cable crossover machine to buy

    I have these two options I’m stuck on. Syedee ‎S-CC00 DONOW Cable Crossover The syedee is my favorite so far as it has the ability for the 2:1 and 1:1 cable option. But, the DONOW has been around longer and has more reviews/users. Please help.
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    I Tried the '75 Hard' Challenge and Here’s What Happened to My Body and Mind in 75 Days

    I wanted to share my journey through the 75 Hard Challenge, a mental toughness program created by Andy Frisella. It’s not just about fitness; it’s a transformative experience that demands discipline and consistency across various aspects of life. Here’s a quick rundown of the rules for those...
  20. A

    To eat or not to eat before working out in the morning?

    My husband and I work out before the kid wakes up around 5:30 / 6. Should we eat beforehand? I guess a subset to this question is: if we don’t eat before we work out, does the body pull energy from muscle or fat stores? I saw this one guy online (I know, lol, what a start to a sentence) who...
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