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I've been walking every day and lifting weights 2x a week. I feel good so far but the hard part is doing it for years and through seasons (both literal and figu
by whateveracct 2y ago
I've been walking every day and lifting weights 2x a week. I feel good so far but the hard part is doing it for years and through seasons (both literal and figurative).
- speedgoose 2y agoYou should add some diversity in your activities and you will perhaps identify some that you enjoy more at a given time.
- throwaway2037 2y agoAbout lifting weights: The trick for me is to keep a diary of my current exercises and weight levels. (It's very simple -- just 5 mins or less to maintain each workout.) This will be very motivating if you can increase weight, reps, or number of sets ("total volume").
- nilsherzig 2y agoI use FitNotes (android, no ads) to take these notes. It can show me a breakdown of the workout volume per body part and some trends like estimated one rep max. It can also automatically start a timer after you've entered the data of your last set.
- whateveracct 2y agoI already have a weekly planner I put in my traveler's notebook. This is a good idea! I already have a boolean "did I do it" tracker, but it would be nice to see the numbers go up :D Maybe put it in a spreadsheet.
- throwaway2037 2y agoI use a single printed sheet for each week. I carry last week plus this week. That helps me to update the current sheet based on last week. Then each week, I throw away the old sheet. It's enough for me. As long as I am progressing week over week, that is enough. Are you aware of meso-cycles? Basically: 4-8 weeks on, then one week at half weight, half reps, or full rest. You can really build a lot more muscle using meso-cycles.
- whateveracct 2y agoI like that idea. It works with my weekly planner well. And mesocycles sound interesting - also easy to track in my planner. I'll give it a try!