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Getting back into the gym for the first time in a while... need some ideas/workouts.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 10:09 am
Posted on 2/18/19 at 10:09 am
Quick rundown. Turned 40, gained several/many lbs. haven’t lifted in prolly 10+ years. Need to cut some weight and put some lean muscle back on for now. I’m still somewhat athletic, I played baseball in college and I put in 10-15 miles in week for cardio. I also do yoglates from time to time.
I’ve kinda read through some of the workout threads, but sill unsure of what to do. I can commit to 3-4 days a week. The diet part I can handle myself and seems to work when I stick to it. I just reach a plateau with no more weight loss short of starving myself.
That being said.... just trying to back into it. Joining a gym again and need a little advice on a workout to start out with for the next couple months.
I’ve kinda read through some of the workout threads, but sill unsure of what to do. I can commit to 3-4 days a week. The diet part I can handle myself and seems to work when I stick to it. I just reach a plateau with no more weight loss short of starving myself.
That being said.... just trying to back into it. Joining a gym again and need a little advice on a workout to start out with for the next couple months.
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Posted on 2/18/19 at 10:18 am to HebertFest08
Sign up for a CrossFit class.
They have the lesser version of it 3 times per week..basically for starters and not the super intense stuff.
If you’re just trying to lose weight and get cut, it’s the best option honestly.
You still workout with weights, get cardio and takes about an hour per session..you’ll sweat your arse off and will see massive improvements from month to month.
In the gym, you’ll just walk around, lift randomly here and there and not make much progress.
Plus I always do better with a coach and other people motivating me forward..
They have the lesser version of it 3 times per week..basically for starters and not the super intense stuff.
If you’re just trying to lose weight and get cut, it’s the best option honestly.
You still workout with weights, get cardio and takes about an hour per session..you’ll sweat your arse off and will see massive improvements from month to month.
In the gym, you’ll just walk around, lift randomly here and there and not make much progress.
Plus I always do better with a coach and other people motivating me forward..
This post was edited on 2/18/19 at 10:20 am
Posted on 2/18/19 at 10:28 am to SHMILL
I ain’t doing CrossFit. Im not a newbie to working out man, I lifted from probably 14-30 yrs old. Played ball in college and know what I’m doing. I’m just looking for a workout to start back up with b/c it’s been a while.
I already run and do yoglates... I want to add lifting to get some muscle back on and help shed some of these excess lbs. that I can’t seem to knock off. I’m not worried about getting “cut”.
I already run and do yoglates... I want to add lifting to get some muscle back on and help shed some of these excess lbs. that I can’t seem to knock off. I’m not worried about getting “cut”.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 10:47 am to HebertFest08
Start a linear program that is solidly laid out. Greyskull is posted all over here, and it is solid.
I also post about Candito's linear program, which is also very good. Here's a link to a thread:
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Linear strength programs are ideal for your situation.
I also post about Candito's linear program, which is also very good. Here's a link to a thread:
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Linear strength programs are ideal for your situation.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:15 am to Rep520
In this case, basically do the strength/control plan for say a period of 6 weeks?
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:22 am to HebertFest08
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:23 am to HebertFest08
either candito or greyskull lp with hard conditioing or greyskull LCI
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:24 am to HebertFest08
Sounds like CrossFit would be good for you tbh
Being an ex athlete, the structure of it could reinvigorate old competitive juices that in turn would help you stay committed. Just a thought.
Being an ex athlete, the structure of it could reinvigorate old competitive juices that in turn would help you stay committed. Just a thought.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:28 am to HebertFest08
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In this case, basically do the strength/control plan for say a period of 6 weeks?
Personally, I'd run it until you can no longer make linear gains, then look towards an intermediate program. As long as you make linear gains, a linear program is good.
It's only when the gains slow that you need to adjust further. Short of that, I've never seen the point of stopping if you're making progress.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:29 am to Lester Earl
Exactly. Dude jumped all over me lol. I’ve also lifted most of my life and was an athlete for all of my life..
CrossFit is that something extra that guys need to stay motivated..the results have been fantastic..couple it with a plant based protein diet, whole grains, fruits etc and the cutting results are incredible.
But do you OP.
CrossFit is that something extra that guys need to stay motivated..the results have been fantastic..couple it with a plant based protein diet, whole grains, fruits etc and the cutting results are incredible.
But do you OP.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:41 am to SHMILL
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Dude jumped all over me lol
Didn’t jump all over you man, I apologize if it came across that way.... just said I’m not doing it. I worked in ortho for years, I’ve seen some bad shite (CrossFit caused) and I’m not paying the going rate for a CrossFit gym.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 11:44 am to SHMILL
You can only lead a horse to water, can’t make him drink
Posted on 2/18/19 at 1:48 pm to SHMILL
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plant based protein diet,
Ew. All advice: [ignored] not ignored
Posted on 2/18/19 at 1:49 pm to HebertFest08
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and I’m not paying the going rate for a CrossFit gym.
It's for the coach mainly but for someone that knows what they want, I don't see the need.
This post was edited on 2/18/19 at 1:51 pm
Posted on 2/18/19 at 1:52 pm to HebertFest08
Take it slow at first. People who were athletes and worked out diligently for years often think they can just go in and go balls to the wall.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 2:59 pm to Hu_Flung_Pu
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Take it slow at first. People who were athletes and worked out diligently for years often think they can just go in and go balls to the wall.
Definitely
Posted on 2/18/19 at 4:18 pm to HebertFest08
CrossFit is what you need
Posted on 2/18/19 at 5:07 pm to HebertFest08
Lean gains/grey skull k thanx bye
Posted on 2/18/19 at 5:13 pm to Hu_Flung_Pu
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Take it slow at first. People who were athletes and worked out diligently for years often think they can just go in and go balls to the wall.
Yep, if you do a linear program, I'd start lighter than you think you have to and just ride the linear progression as long as it runs.
I came from an athletic background and learning not to push is harder than pushing myself. Be better than me.
Posted on 2/18/19 at 5:35 pm to SHMILL
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couple it with a plant based protein diet, whole grains, fruits etc and the cutting results are incredible.
Bad idea
If doing CrossFit then eat to preform
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