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I highly recommend to start frequently exercising - Build discipline and initiate a heartbeat to act as a foundation for future habits. I'm following a routine
by arran-nz 4y ago
I highly recommend to start frequently exercising - Build discipline and initiate a heartbeat to act as a foundation for future habits.
I'm following a routine called Stronglifts 5x5[0] and it's dead simple, but yet incredibly fun and easy to gamify - You're progressively adding weight and seeing results almost immediately. I use an open source app called Track and Graph[1] to track, and you guessed it.. graph my results - It's a rewarding feedback loop!
[0]: https://stronglifts.com/ https://stronglifts.com/
[1]: https://f-droid.org/en/packages/com.samco.trackandgraph/ https://f-droid.org/en/packages/com.samco.trackandgraph/
- fantasticshower 4y agoStarting Strength is the precursor to StrongLifts and Mark Rippetoe has a book by the same name filled with a lot more details about the mechanics of the major exercises. Their YouTube channel is great too. I tried Strong Lifts years ago but gave up due to hurting myself when things got heavier. Starting Strength seems better so far.
- psbp 4y agoWeightlifting has definitely helped me. There's something very simple about the progress (but incredibly complex when you really get into it), and it helps that your whole body just starts feeling better. One tip I have is to make sure you can activate your core before starting stronglifts. Practice breathing into your stomach and bracing, laying flat on your back and lifting your legs up while engaging your core, etc. By learning how to engage your core properly, you'll avoid injury early on.
- mbrodersen 4y agoI highly recommend “Body by Science”. It’s a great way to build muscle without spending all your time in the gym. It works great for me.