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Does anyone have a tip on how to start? I despise gyms, and would really love a tutorial to get an operation going in my garage. Maybe also an app recommendatio

by marbm 2y ago

Does anyone have a tip on how to start? I despise gyms, and would really love a tutorial to get an operation going in my garage. Maybe also an app recommendation?

ehnto 2y ago
Start with bodyweight stuff, pullups, pushups, squats, you can look up bodyweight routines online. Once you get bored, if you think you like the strength aspect of it, buy a power rack with a pullup attachment, a bench, a barbell and some weight plates. No shortage of those on second hand marketplaces. With those items there is nothing you cannot train strength wise. Look up powerlifting programs and start your journey. If you think you prefer the bodybuilding/aesthetic side of things, do the same as above but also get some dumbells for isolation stuff, and again look up programs online. I will say that long term a gym is pretty good for bodybuilding, you just have more variety of machines that target specific muscles. But for strength you can honestly do your whole strength program at home with a barbell, rack and bench. If you find it all boring but still want to be fit, then sport will have longevity. Bikes, team sports, climbing, there are so many options. Callisthenics is surprisingly popular lately and builds great muscle while still being fun.
mzhaase 2y ago
You have two options - do bodyweight fitness (https://reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness https://reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness), this does not require equipment except a pullup bar and maybe some gymnastic rings - do a linear progression barbell training program, like starting strength https://startingstrength.com/get-started/programs https://startingstrength.com/get-started/programs this is definitely easier in the gym because you need a rack, barbell, bench and weights. But if you want to buy it yourself, just make sure you get the "real" barbells, which weigh 20 kg and have rotating "sleeves" at the end which have 50 mm diameter. This is the standard size, the thinner ones are crap.
maxglute 2y ago
Honestly, entry level power rack with safeties + pullup bar, bar + 300-400lbs of plates (bumeprs if you can afford it), bench, some stall mats to protect floor. Follow a basic 3x5, 5x5 for a few months and go from there. Make sure form is good, don't overthink progression. Do the beginner program until you stall which should take a few months. If you stick with it and develop a bug for getting stronger you'll be motivated to figure out next steps.
theshrike79 2y ago
TBH the Ring Fit Adventure[0] for the Switch is pretty good if you're starting from nothing. It's some minor cardio to warm up and then basic body weight movements like squats and sit-ups etc. [0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_Fit_Adventure https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_Fit_Adventure

by marbm 2y ago

Does anyone have a tip on how to start? I despise gyms, and would really love a tutorial to get an operation going in my garage. Maybe also an app recommendation?

ehnto 2y ago

Start with bodyweight stuff, pullups, pushups, squats, you can look up bodyweight routines online. Once you get bored, if you think you like the strength aspect of it, buy a power rack with a pullup attachment, a bench, a barbell and some weight plates. No shortage of those on second hand marketplaces. With those items there is nothing you cannot train strength wise. Look up powerlifting programs and start your journey. If you think you prefer the bodybuilding/aesthetic side of things, do the same as above but also get some dumbells for isolation stuff, and again look up programs online. I will say that long term a gym is pretty good for bodybuilding, you just have more variety of machines that target specific muscles. But for strength you can honestly do your whole strength program at home with a barbell, rack and bench. If you find it all boring but still want to be fit, then sport will have longevity. Bikes, team sports, climbing, there are so many options. Callisthenics is surprisingly popular lately and builds great muscle while still being fun.

mzhaase 2y ago

You have two options - do bodyweight fitness (https://reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness https://reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness), this does not require equipment except a pullup bar and maybe some gymnastic rings - do a linear progression barbell training program, like starting strength https://startingstrength.com/get-started/programs https://startingstrength.com/get-started/programs this is definitely easier in the gym because you need a rack, barbell, bench and weights. But if you want to buy it yourself, just make sure you get the "real" barbells, which weigh 20 kg and have rotating "sleeves" at the end which have 50 mm diameter. This is the standard size, the thinner ones are crap.

maxglute 2y ago

Honestly, entry level power rack with safeties + pullup bar, bar + 300-400lbs of plates (bumeprs if you can afford it), bench, some stall mats to protect floor. Follow a basic 3x5, 5x5 for a few months and go from there. Make sure form is good, don't overthink progression. Do the beginner program until you stall which should take a few months. If you stick with it and develop a bug for getting stronger you'll be motivated to figure out next steps.

theshrike79 2y ago

TBH the Ring Fit Adventure[0] for the Switch is pretty good if you're starting from nothing. It's some minor cardio to warm up and then basic body weight movements like squats and sit-ups etc. [0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_Fit_Adventure https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_Fit_Adventure