Bodyweight Fitness: BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2021-04-23 |
- BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2021-04-23
- Popping sound in left hip while doing leg raises / ab work
- After 2 months of practice, I can finally do pull-ups
- Calisthenics With Weight Training
- Any benefits in the 8-12 rep range?
- Is it normal to not be able to do many reps at the beginning?
- I'm burned out but also not?
- High Volume Weighted Pull Ups - Am I Stupid?
- My gut stick out - am I Skinny fat or just have weak lower abs and TVA?
- Am I doing too much or too little, or is it just right?
- Please comment on this guide for working out!
- What do you think
- What does your full fitness regimen look like?
- What are the best books about gymnastics-like training?
- Question about the scheduling of the Recommended Routine
- im really missing fruits, veggies and other healthy stuff while on keto... should i be doing keto just to get rid of water retention?
- Weird sensation during plank
- where do I start?
- i don't struggle with hunger or losing weight when im not on keto. should i be doing keto just to get rid of water retention?
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| Popping sound in left hip while doing leg raises / ab work Posted: 23 Apr 2021 01:19 AM PDT Hello everyone, This community helped me a lot during my initial days when I started doing bodyweight workout. Since then, I have progressed to working out on rings and have put on a bit of muscle as well. However, I have been noticing this weird thing whenever I do any leg raises / abdominal workout requiring the straight lifting of legs, that when my left leg is around the 45° angle, there is a 'pop' on my hip socket and feels like a slight jerk. There is no pain and otherwise, I can do my exercises without any issue. However, I am afraid that something might be really wrong there and something or the other might tear if I keep ignoring this. Also, its quite annoying to do exercises with this. Do any of you guys have any idea what this might be, or faced a similar issue before? Any suggestions for simple exercises to remedy this will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot ! [link] [comments] |
| After 2 months of practice, I can finally do pull-ups Posted: 23 Apr 2021 11:34 AM PDT So, after just over 2 months of training (it's been 9 weeks since I got into bodyweight training) I can finally do proper pronated grip pull-ups. If you look through my profile, you'll see a post of me whining about the fact that I can't do pull-ups after 7 weeks of training. Well, now I can. As for how I feel, well I honestly though I'd feel happy, but I just feel releived. For quite a while, I thought I'd never be able to do pull-ups. I'd go into a hang and try pull myself up, but I was going nowhere. I could barely even bend my elbows. Same with chin-ups. It was really discouraging, and around the time I made my complaining post I felt like I wanted to give up. My very first goal when I started bodyweight fitness was to be able to do a pull-up, and when I was training the whole time I couldn't physically do it, It just felt like I was making no progress. As for any advice I can give, firstly I'll say that going through the progressions of the pull-up in the recommended routine is probably what helped the most. I'm pretty sure the weak link for me for the longest time was getting the scapular strength at the very start to initiate the movement. So to try compensate, I practiced with assisted pull-ups. These were good, they got me familiar with actually doing the movement, but the assistance made it so that my scapula didn't really have any opportunity to develop the proper strength to do it un-assisted. So when I started to get really frustrated at the lack of progress, I just decided to follow the recommended routine from the very beginning, even though I'd been training for 7 weeks at that point (that's definitely not a long period of time by any means, but the fact that I was putting in lots of effort with not much progress made it feel long). So I practiced scapular pulls along with negatives (I'd been training them ever since I'd started) and slowly I built up that strength to initiate the movement un-assisted. I got chin-ups first, firstly by jumping up for most of the movement, then starting off with my elbows bent and scapula already retracted, then eventually I could do a proper chin-up with full range of motion. Then I got onto neutral grip pull-ups, following much of the same progression, until I could do 4 proper ones. And then today, at the start of my workout, I decided to just go for proper pronated grip pull-ups, and I did 3! Since I could already do chin-ups and neutral grip, it didn't feel like a big leap or a big moment or whatever, but as I said already, I was just releived to finally be able to do what I've seen so many people do with ease before. At this point, it almost seems like I've forgotten all the frustration, uncertainty and effort I went through to get to this point. Now that I'm here, I've gained a confidence boost knowing that I can achieve goals like this even if I have quite a hard time doing it, and now I can only get better. Well that's all I have to say, I tried to give this post some sort of structure but I'm not very good at that so I hope you got something good out of it regardless. [link] [comments] |
| Calisthenics With Weight Training Posted: 23 Apr 2021 06:32 AM PDT For the past three years, I've been strength training with barbell and dumbbell work, with the odd bodyweight exercise thrown into some training blocks (decline pushups, V sits, wall walks, etc). I'm starting to get pretty curious about doing more calisthenics training, though. I realize that if I want to focus on calisthenics, then I'll necessarily have to sacrifice some facility with barbell lifts. However, I'd like to keep making some amount of progress with the deadlift and overhead press. My thought here was that I'd do the recommended routine from this sub, but add in overhead press on Monday, incline bench on Wednesday, and deadlift on Friday. That amount of volume is about what I generally need to progress those lifts. I know the routine as written suggests deadlifts and barbell squats each session if you can hack it; I have no desire to barbell squat right now, though, and my deadlift progresses pretty well just doing it one session per week, so I'd sub in other exercises in those slots. Does that sound like something feasible? Do other folks have experience combining the two methodologies? How do you do it, and do you find you're able to make reasonable progress in both areas? [link] [comments] |
| Any benefits in the 8-12 rep range? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 12:53 PM PDT I've heard that the 8-12 rep range for hypertrophy is a myth and that volume and intensity is what makes hypertrophy. But wouldn't the 8-12 rep range give more volume thus increasing hypertrophy? And if anyone can give their experiences on using this rep range would help. I'm wondering this because the rr is 3x5-8 which seems to be not a lot of volume unless you add in some other exercises. Even less volume if you did for example pike pushups and pseudo planche pushups, your chest wouldn't be in the 10-20 sets per week. [link] [comments] |
| Is it normal to not be able to do many reps at the beginning? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 12:13 PM PDT So I'm not really happy with my shape, but I want to wait until two weeks after my second dose (just got it recently) before I try going to the gym. So I've been trying to make an at-home routine to start off with, so I've included pseudo planche push ups, tricep dips with a chair, planks, diamond push ups, and standing squats. The only one that I have relative ease with is squats. Otherwise, I can do at most 15 PP push ups, 30 tricep dips, 2 diamond push ups, and a 45 second plank in a day before I get pretty tired. That seems pretty pathetic, but is that normal to start off with and develop? [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 23 Apr 2021 08:25 AM PDT Hello, today something very interesting happend to me and I was wondering if you guys maybe experienced something like this. Basically today went as usual (my days are very habitual so no difference in the day) and then I went to workout I did my warm-up, felt good, started doing my routine did my first few weighted pull ups then I fell down and I couldn't do anything. I literally couldn't even do a single dip and I barely maneged to do two pushups. Usually I can do around 50 pushups with relative ease and the strangest thing is that I don't feel tired at all. Actually today I felt very energetic, even more then usual I dear to say. I have no idea what happened and today was the day when I was supposed to do my first ever muscle up and the fact that I could barely pull my self up the bar once made this even more depressing. I train every second day and after the third day I have 2 rest days so I don't think I'm overworked. I have no idea what this is and if any of you experienced something similar I'd be very grateful if you could share how you got out of that. Thanks and sorry for the long post. btw.( I have no injury I feel fine and I used to have a problem with elbows but right now they feel fine and so did when I tried to workout) [link] [comments] |
| High Volume Weighted Pull Ups - Am I Stupid? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 12:04 PM PDT Alright, keeping it short. Sometimes during my pull days I just do lots of weighted pull ups. Today's training was: 3x6 Close Grip Gironda Chins 11x5 +25kg Weighted Pull Ups That's 11 sets of 5 reps. After the 8th set I started failing reps around 4, so I take a 20 second rest and do the last rep. Like a cluster set. 3.5 minutes rest between sets otherwise. Form standard is dead hang at the bottom and chest to bar in the beginning/chin over bar when I get tired. I don't kip, although there is some goose neck action during the final reps of the last sets. I do this like once a week. Other pull days are 5x4-3 with 40kg. Is this sound or is this way too much volume? (Considering my nutrition and sleep is on point). Thanks for any feedback. [link] [comments] |
| My gut stick out - am I Skinny fat or just have weak lower abs and TVA? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 10:49 AM PDT Title: My gut stick out - am I Skinny fat or just have weak lower abs and TVA? M:31, 72kg, 175cm. I have pretty bad APT also and I am working on that and am trying to clean up my diet which is ok but I want it to be really good. I'm not fat anywhere but my gut and I'm wondering if that's the APT (it sticks out slightly even if I stand 'correctly' and counteract the APT). So I'm wondering if its weak lower abs that are causing my gut to not be held in. I do know my core is really weak. [link] [comments] |
| Am I doing too much or too little, or is it just right? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 10:13 AM PDT I recently got access to weights and made my own routine with just info from the internet. I do upper/lower each two times a week. On upper day I do 4 supersets. First one is pushups + barbell curls Second pull up progression + overhead press Third dips + chin over bar hold Fourth rows + diamond pushups On lower day I do 3 supersets. First Squats + rings support hold progression(I'm new to rings so I practice the support hold on lower days because if I do them on upper I feel sore and can't really hold it as much) Second Deadlifts + calf raises Third is just pistol squats So I just wanted to know what someone more experienced thinks about this routine. Thanks in advance! [link] [comments] |
| Please comment on this guide for working out! Posted: 23 Apr 2021 08:54 AM PDT So i am no expert in bodybuilding/cali, but i've been training for quite a while now and some friends would frequently ask for workout routines/tips. I made this document with some tips and workouts that worked for me, and i was hoping that some of you could criticize it so i know what's wrong with my knowledge( also because i do not want to feed false information to my friends) do excuse the poor english/writing/organizing standards and only focus on the routines/tips. The link to the document i made is here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_R3EnbTD9laxhUMmCnsEs8cb8IJznaB8gP0TEeDSU_4/edit I don't really expect anybody to really comment on it but thank you if you read through it and have any insights/thoughts about it. Keep in mind that the friends i provided these information to are not really hardcore or anything and have limited time like myself because we are still in junior college. [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 23 Apr 2021 05:44 AM PDT Hello folks I am just interested is it smart to start early with weighted dips/pull ups... If my max is 25 dips 12 pull ups( 7 months in) ( I am training to build as much muscle as possible) , I am not shooting for endurance nor strength even tho I get some naturally but im not resting specifically for endur. or stren. I can do several sets of 15 of dips and 9 pull ups, so since im not training toward endurance my reps wont much increase so could I now start doing weighted to stay challenged in that 10-15 rep range to ensure im building as much muscle as possible [link] [comments] |
| What does your full fitness regimen look like? Posted: 22 Apr 2021 12:40 PM PDT Hi Friends. While I don't claim to be in "the best shape", or have all the answers by any means, I can say that I FEEL great at the age of 33. With 3 kids, I need all the energy I can get. I've found Calisthenics and Yoga to be what works best for me (I also incorporate walking and sauna regularly). I think most people want to live a long healthy life, while staying strong and mobile throughout. I want to feel good, and look good too (let's be honest). Looking to hear from you all. WHAT DOES YOUR FULL FITNESS REGIMEN LOOK LIKE? I've started a little Youtube channel, in hopes of inspiring/helping others in any way that I can, while also continuing to learn myself. Nothing big, but if you're willing to check it out, click the link below. Wish nothing but success in your fitness journey to each and every one of you! [link] [comments] |
| What are the best books about gymnastics-like training? Posted: 23 Apr 2021 12:28 AM PDT I've been into calisthenics for more than 4 years and into ring training, handstands, levers etc. for around 3 years. I've always had quite a sets+reps approach to my training though and would like to learn about a more gymnastics-like way of training (mobility, flexibility, posture, bodylines, JOINT STRENGTH! and of course strength-related exercises). I've heard about overcoming gravity (and it's controversy about training methods), which I'll probably buy. What books/blogs/programs would you recommend? [link] [comments] |
| Question about the scheduling of the Recommended Routine Posted: 22 Apr 2021 03:02 PM PDT Sorry if this has been asked before, I couldn't find it in the FAQs or in any searches. At least, not something that specifically answers my question. I just started out the RR, but I'm having a little trouble figuring out the scheduling of it. There's 3 pairings and a set of triplets that are to be done 3x a week. Does that mean you do 1 pairing one day, then a next pairing another day, until full rotation? Meaning, Monday you do 1st Pairing, Wednesday you do 2nd pairing, Friday you do 3rd pairing, then next Monday you do Triplet exercises? Does that mean you are constantly rotating the exercises and the days they are done on, so that you will never do the same pairing on the same day, and will need to keep full track of that instead of just saying every Monday I do the 1st pair, etc.? Since there are 4 "pairings" to be done 3 days in a week, you can't fit all the exercises in one week if they're done on separate days. Or, am I understanding this wrong, and I'm supposed to do ALL the exercises one day, 3x a week. Meaning, I need to be doing 1st pairing, 2nd pairing, 3rd pairing, and triplet exercises ALL on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday? [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 22 Apr 2021 11:14 PM PDT Ok so im doing keto right now for one reason. I have heard that keto makes you look a lot leaner because carbs hold on to excess water. i dont struggle with losing weight without keto (for example i can consume 400g of carbs a day and still maintain a low calories diet) i dont struggle with feeling hungry or binging at all. Im mainly concerned about the water retention that is caused by carbohydrates. Should i cut out carbs to look leaner and if no, then is it ok to consume over 300g of carbs everyday while on a cut? i get about 200g of protein every day and less than 20g of carbs and the rest of the macros i don't count. my calories are 2000 a day and i workout everyday for 2 hours and do omad everyday (doing omad not for any benefits, but just because i like eating one big meal after my workout and never eat again) [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 22 Apr 2021 03:25 PM PDT I recently started my fitness journey, I'm not that bad out of shape, 23m about 155-160 but I'm by no means fit. I was holding a plank and I've done two minutes before, but this time By about the 60 second mark I was ready to quit. Kept pushing, 30 seconds left and I started to scream at myself for motivation haha, around this time my arms started to tingle, and the last 15 seconds or so both of my arms from fingertips up to my shoulders and whole head was tingling. Similar sensation when your leg falls asleep and it's starting to wake up, like a strong vibration. I had never felt this, even my mouth felt weird. Is this normal? [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 22 Apr 2021 06:32 PM PDT Hi so I'm new. I (16f) am vegan and I just got out of a calorie deficit. I was eating 1500 calories a day and most foods I ate were healthy. I did it for a little over two months and I only lost three pounds. I haven't eaten candy, soda, or anything not vegan in a couple of years so I am relatively healthy. For reference I am 5'4 142 pounds now. The reason I was in a deficit was because I eventually wanted to build muscle in my legs, stomach, and a little in my arms. I have no idea where to begin except I know i should eat high protein foods but what kind of exercises can I do at home, and what should my calorie intake be? Literally anything would help as I know nothing. [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 22 Apr 2021 11:18 PM PDT Ok so im doing keto right now for one reason. I have heard that keto makes you look a lot leaner because carbs hold on to excess water. i dont struggle with losing weight without keto (for example i can consume 400g of carbs a day and still maintain a low calories diet) i dont struggle with feeling hungry or binging at all. Im mainly concerned about the water retention that is caused by carbohydrates. Should i cut out carbs to look leaner and if no, then is it ok to consume over 300g of carbs everyday while on a cut? i get about 200g of protein every day and less than 20g of carbs and the rest of the macros i don't count. my calories are 2000 a day and i workout everyday for 2 hours and do omad everyday (doing omad not for any benefits, but just because i like eating one big meal after my workout and never eat again) [link] [comments] |
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