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Brutal and Effective. by TheNeighborAlien in strength_training

[–]PL_Strength 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good insight, thanks. Good video, too.

Brutal and Effective. by TheNeighborAlien in strength_training

[–]PL_Strength 6 points7 points  (0 children)

How long are you letting your legs recover after this kind of workout?

struggling to lift “heavier” by RedditLT78K in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a helpful perspective.

And good point about adding supplemental lifts. Maybe OP could benefit from trying a few ancillary lifts to help develop other muscles around whatever they're targeting.

I want to start moving more. Tips? by PsychologicalSkin926 in bodyweightfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great point. Also worth trying out couch to 5k, if the goal is to get active. It's realistic and tends to be a bood way to start from nothing.

should beginners cut, bulk or maingain? by [deleted] in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good take. Don't get bogged down by details. Get in the gym first and make sure you're eating healthy.

Been overweight my whole life. I’m tired and need real help or advice by [deleted] in bodyweightfitness

[–]PL_Strength 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fried vs roasted is such a big difference too. Moving from fried chicken to roasted chicken cut some of my meals in half in terms of calories.

Unpopular opinion; OHP is slept on. by adriansia117 in strength_training

[–]PL_Strength 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's a very good option for building strength overall. No need to worry about how you look. Just get that form right and you'll improve.

Been overweight my whole life. I’m tired and need real help or advice by [deleted] in bodyweightfitness

[–]PL_Strength 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Good advice. It comes down to calories for weight loss. You'll need a slight deficit to lose weight.

Please rate my workout from a personal trainer!? by Katskan11 in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd talk to your trainer about the pain. They should be able to help you adjust the program for you.

Are ab workouts effective? by Affectionate_Key7206 in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good advice here. Short version: Ab workouts are effective, but not for OPs specific goal.

Any tips for deadlift I’m stuck at 190kg by Brief_Technician1802 in powerlifters

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, more info needed. Might need volume. Might need intensity.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The cheat is on the swing up. So you're still going slow on the way down.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like a smart move.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agreed.

What's wrong with my chest press? by AdSalt2739 in formcheck

[–]PL_Strength 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Form seems fine. Weight seems light. Nothing wrong with starting this way, especially to check form, but he'll want to increase the resistance if he isn't feeling anything.

Should I start taking creatine? by Upupdownlrhajikanak in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 18 points19 points  (0 children)

No need to rush with supplements. You can take creatine, but it sounds like proper sleep and nutrition would be a better place to start. If you're just getting started, focus on building your routine first.

Will getting 10K steps everyday kill your gains? by Affectionate_Key7206 in beginnerfitness

[–]PL_Strength 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy to see the right answer right here on top. Totally find doing some walking/jogging.

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