There once was a game that was not free
The head of the game was big Randy
He joked one day with a cheery grin
Real fans would pay the fee HUAGH
Soon may the pirates come
To snag some games and have their fun
One day, when the cracks are done
We'll take our games and go
It's sweet if you already have your program sorted out. It's not a big program library like boostcamp but It doesn't keep everything locked behind a paywall. I think I paid a few bucks for the premium version and really like the analytics and there's even a social aspect if you like following other people
So this is Christmas
Camera slowly pans across various shots of Americans
And what have you done?
100% the amount of knowledge available to us now compared to even a decade ago is unbelievable, props to the lifting science bros. I wish this was around when I was younger hah
I agree with you about Dr. Mike, he's great but I think switching to full-time YouTube and content creation has lead to him putting out more filler and click bait and shilling. His app looks cool but pretty overpriced imo
I use the hevy app, it has animations and instructions that look very similar:
Remember when Frodocop stabbed that orc in the dick?
Say what you will about the tenets of pescatarianism, Dude, at least it's an ethos
If you smell his diaper stench it's really quite atrocious
Tactical Barbell Grey Man w1d1
Bench press 4 x 8 @ 180lbs
Zercher squat 4 x 8 @ 210lbs
Dip 4 x 12 @ 210lbs bw
Incline dumbbell bench 4 x 12 @ 40lbs
Pull up 4 x 12 @ 210lbs bw
OK this is the last program hop for a while I swear.
Thanks for the suggestion, I just did so. Welcome back btw!
Weightroom - A community for strength and hypertrophy training
Welcome to Weightroom Weightroom is a community for barbell and dumbbell strength and hypertrophy training, including powerlifting, beginner routines, conditioning and serious gym progress. Start Here: TheFitness.Wiki [https://thefitness.wiki/] The best beginner-friendly resource, curated from /r/Fi...
I thought some folks here in [email protected] might also be interested in a more strength and hypertrophy training oriented community, with a focus on weekly training logs, program discussions, questions and lifting techniques.
After humming and hawing about it ever since the Reddit API migration, I decided that if I wanted to see it on Lemmy I really should make it so.
One of the things that I missed the most from Reddit was the strength training subs, as they were great motivation to stay consistent, and the occasional program parties were a lot of fun. A bunch of folks trying to get through super squats and drinking a gallon of whole milk per day made for some pretty interesting workout reports.
I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength and hypertrophy training should be.
There once was a game that was not free
The head of the game was big Randy
He joked one day with a cherry grin
Real fans would pay the fee HUH
Soon may the pirates come
To snag some games and have their fun
One day, when the cracks are done
We'll take our games and go
Sweet I hope it works out for you
Alternatively you could switch over to a periodized program and then adjust your training max based on your AMRAP sets for the other lifts (ala Juggernaut), so they progress more quickly while they still can. Bench seems to be sticky for a lot of folks sometimes. Could just need a little bit more volume at lower weight after the main work is done?
Weekly Training Log - May 19, 2025
Welcome to this week's Training Log thread
Use this space to:
You may be at the point where you're past your newbie gains and about as far as a linear program can take you. At that point its time to switch to a periodized program to continue progressing. Periodized programs vary the sets, reps and weights from week to week. As a simple example here is how 5/3/1 FSL handles it:
Week 1
Main work:
5 @ 65%
5 @ 75%
5+ @ 85%
Supplemental work:
5 x 5 @ 65%
Week 2
Main work:
3 @ 70%
3 @ 80%
3+ @ 90%
Supplemental work:
5 x 5 @ 70%
Week 3
Main work:
5 @ 75%
3 @ 85%
1+ @ 95%
Supplemental work:
5 x 5 @ 75%
After week three you increase your training max by 5lbs for overhead press and bench, and 10lbs for squat and deadlift, then restart at week 1 again. The increase in the training max will be imperceptible spread out over the next cycle, but in the course of a year that would be +75lbs to your upper and +150lbs to your lower body training maxes, not counting any deloads. That will have you benching two plates within the year easily.
5/3/1 has a lot of different templates including a few options for 3 day full body if you like that split, tactical barbell too and most likely some others that I"m less familiar with.
Still just getting off the ground but I've had a few people drop in already, feels good man
The machete method Is my recommendation, I did this with a newbie and they really enjoyed it. 4, 5, 2, 3, 6
Gotta give props to active participation, upvotes, comments are helping too, you're right. I was just focussed on community building, it might not be as fun but it's important also
How to Squat: The Definitive Guide
This is a pretty comprehensive video about squatting put out by Calgary Barbell, some good stuff here
Weekend Questions Thread - May 16, 2025
Have a question about training, recovery, programming, or diet? This is the place to ask
No question is too basic or too advanced. Whether you’re new to strength training or a seasoned lifter troubleshooting sticking points, ask away.
Folks feel free to jump in with answers too
Weekly Training Log - May 12, 2025
Welcome to this week's Training Log thread
Use this space to:
Weekend Questions Thread – May 9, 2025
Have a question about training, recovery, programming, or diet? This is the place to ask
No question is too basic or too advanced. Whether you're new to strength training or a seasoned lifter troubleshooting sticking points, ask away.
Folks feel free to jump in with answers too
Weightroom - A community for strength training on Lemmy
Welcome to Weightroom Weightroom is a community for barbell and dumbbell strength and hypertrophy training, including powerlifting, beginner routines, conditioning and serious gym progress. Start Here: TheFitness.Wiki [https://thefitness.wiki/] The best beginner-friendly resource, curated from /r/Fi...
After humming and hawing about it ever since the Reddit API migration, I decided that if I wanted to see it on Lemmy I really should make it so.
One of the things that I missed the most from Reddit was the strength training subs, as they were great motivation to stay consistent, and the occasional program parties were a lot of fun. A bunch of folks trying to get through super squats and drinking a gallon of whole milk per day made for some pretty interesting workout reports.
I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.
Its just getting off the ground so too early to say how its going. But I have picked up a lot of valuable info from this sub and the others on the sidebar, thanks for that
Weightroom - A community for strength training on Lemmy
Welcome to Weightroom Weightroom is a community for barbell and dumbbell strength and hypertrophy training, including powerlifting, beginner routines, conditioning and serious gym progress. Start Here: TheFitness.Wiki [https://thefitness.wiki/] The best beginner-friendly resource, curated from /r/Fi...
One of the things that I missed the most from Reddit was the strength training subs, as they were great motivation to stay consistent, and the occasional program parties were a lot of fun. A bunch of folks trying to get through super squats and drinking a gallon of whole milk per day made for some pretty interesting workout reports.
I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.
Weekly Training Log – May 5, 2025
Welcome to this week's Training Log thread
Use this space to:
Welcome to the new home for strength training in the Fediverse
This is a space for anyone interested in barbell and dumbbell routines, building strength, and training with purpose. Whether you’re just starting out, running your fifth 5/3/1 cycle, or hitting home gym PRs, you're in the right place.
What we're about:
Start Here:
We strongly recommend checking out the Fitness Wiki the best free resource for lifting info, beginner guides, and programs.
Weekly Threads (updated regularly):
Training log - Mondays
TBD
We are just getting up and running so please bare with me. I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.