Within 10 years of proper training, the average guy should be able to achieve the following levels of strength in these core exercises. It's not going to happen over night, [–]DareIzADarksidePowerlifting 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children), I was going off strictly what your post said about squat and DL. Try focus on non-aesthetic goals like are you feeling healthier, sleeping better, clothes are looser, increasing your weights in your lift, feeling stronger etc. Dumbbell shoulder press went from 2x20lb to 2x25lb. [–][deleted] 29 points30 points31 points 5 years ago (0 children). 4-5x per month = 12-15 times you have worked out each muscle group in 3 months. how often do you lift? Find a gym buddy. OHP: 5x5@35 to 5x3 @ 55. Again, I am very happy that I am meeting my aesthetic goals, and hitting high lift numbers was not one of my goals, but I am still wondering if I could be doing things differently. 4. Foods such as oats, nuts, seeds, beans, whole what pasta, tofu and lean meat (or meat replacements) are high in protein and will help build muscle. Drink some water beforehand and have some available during the workout. Weight lifters lift and runners run. Not helping him actually lift the bar. Hang out in the 4-6 rep range and you will see a strength change, [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). As others have mentioned here, keep lifting heavy and follow a program where you can track your progress and add in compound lifts (e.g. Before you begin your workout plan, create your goal with a goal tracker. A Bodybuilder's Comeback Workout: 3 … i started with 66 lbs. I don't really have any goals. How to Measure Weight Training Results. sets of 12 will improve strength, but not as efficiently as sets of (for example) 5. Obviously when the weight is heavy your bar speed will slow down significantly but the intent should always be to put the maximum amount of force into the bar as possible. NSuns 4 Day Variant ~ 6 Months and still going. As long as the numbers keep going up, don't sweat it. Thanks! It seems like all the girls at my gym have perfect defined lean muscles, even the ones who lift less than I do. In addition to that you need to make sure that you’re consuming enough calories. What youre doing would be like playing the tutorial mission on a video game over and over. 3 months is really not long enough for a big change. do you get rest days? use the following search parameters to narrow your results: General Posting Guidelines (click for more info): and join one of thousands of communities. [–][deleted] 6 points7 points8 points 5 years ago (0 children). Is that like, kinda ok? [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). I started lifting, like, 90 lbs. Having a spotter will help you move the weight you probably should be pushing. i think you'll start to see progress, i added 10 lb to my bench last week and 10 lb to my squat/deadlift this week. Have confidence bump the weight up do less reps. [–][deleted] 14 points15 points16 points 5 years ago (1 child). i was eating 1500-1700 calories a day when i really needed 2-2.3k calories a day even on a sedentary lifestyle. 3. Are you eating enough? I just want to get stronger and look more defined/less like a soft blob. Also I'd look at your nutrition. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Workout C. Flat Bench Press: 4x6-10: 120lbs to 135lbs - Wide Grip Military Press: 4x6-10: 80lbs to 90lbs - Incline Hammer Grip Dumbbell Chest Press: 3x8-10: 40lbs to 45lbs - Decline Pushup: 3xfailure: bodyweight. That's just how it is. 3 months into weightlifting.. Making good gains but barely improved strength. I started at 85lb benchpress, and my current maximum is 115 (and I struggle with 3 sets of that). [–]kom1er 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). For example, say you are doing split days during your week with different muscle groups each of the 3 days (back/bi, shoulder/chest/tri, and legs). (Maintain one, perhaps, if your diet's on point.) That way we can see if you're adequately stressing your muscles. i am a girl, i've also been lifting for 3 months and my current DL is 155lbs at 5x5. Now, I'm 130 pounds, but can squat 180, deadlift 225, and bench 110. Yet you will need to challenge yourself to overcome adaptation. Right now you should be eating more calories than you burn and be in a caloric surplus. [–]fopdoodle13Powerlifting 8 points9 points10 points 5 years ago (0 children). 5'6. Doing sets of 5 is a great place to start on that. [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (1 child), it's not nearly what I would expect after 3 months of consistent weightlifting and a strict diet, [–]peanutbreath 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). you are possibly not getting enough sleep, or food. (self.Fitness). Gender/Age/Height [Weight Before > Weight After = Total Amount Lost] (Time period in months) Personal title (Example: F/23/5'5" [189lbs > 169lbs = 20lbs] (4 months) Been lurking for a while) Link only to a progresspic image or a collection of progresspic images. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. MFP has been amazing with motivation!! you are doing something very wrong, or are not pushing yourself hard enough. My workout included weight training all my body parts, except I didn’t do squats and dead lifts. I did abs every other day, longer cardio sessions and higher reps with weights. This is when you would incorporate cardio along with your lifting and lower your calories. It feels AWESOME when you deadlift 5 reps of really heavy weight. Funny enough, by the time I noticed results, I had given up on constantly looking for them and I was working out just because I enjoyed it. Saturday 2020-11-21 1:52:07 am : Weight Lifting Before And After 3 Months | Weight Lifting Before And After 3 Months | | Losing-To-Live-Weight-Loss no. Sleeping more is a bit of a tricky one with my work schedule. I haven't taken any progress pics, but I have been wondering if perhaps there is a difference that I'm just not noticing. [–][deleted] 4 points5 points6 points 5 years ago (2 children). You can use a tape measure to measure the circumference of your upper arms, your forearms, your upper thighs, and your calves. Squat: 5x5 @ 15-lb barbells; now at 5x5 @ 85. I could see many people just not really knowing what putting their full force into the lift is. [–]kom1er -2 points-1 points0 points 5 years ago (2 children). Lots of people go to the gym 5x a week for years, and never look different-- this is why. So what I tried to say by "heavy, heavy, HEAVY" is that I'm lifting the absolute maximum amount of weight I can manage between 4-6 reps/8-10 reps (depending on the excersize) while keeping proper form and of course not feeling any pain. This requires a before and an after of a human. not going to be disputable. Lifting weights after eating requires planning. Is any of this due to genetics or body type? [–]docfaustusWeight Lifting 5 points6 points7 points 5 years ago (2 children), [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (1 child), [–]docfaustusWeight Lifting 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). I wouldn't be able to make any progress either if I was that worried about it. Also form should be second nature by now, dont worry so much about it and move on. [–]Trapone 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children), Need heavier weight less reps per set. In this example, you are only working each muscle group once a week. You don't have to kill yourself to get strong and add size, but you do have to push yourself HARD. Correction: You won't improve strenght as much in the 8-12 than in 4-6. You don't have to lift to failure, but you'll be able to fight for those extra reps because you will know that you can, and you'll be familiar with proper bail techniques. However, after taking a break from weight training, we all experience a certain level of strength loss after … You might be doing the movements at a ridiculously slow tempo and then taking a deload or refusing to add weight because you twitched or wobbled a tiny bit during a rep. Wait .. what other kind of "gains" are there other than strength increases? i had a similar problem and i think i'm just now getting past it. If you are doing 8 or more you are doing too many if you want to increase how much you can lift. These things take time, motivation and a lot of dedication but you will get there! 3 months into weightlifting.. Making good gains but barely improved strength. Am I expecting to see results too soon? Took me ages to get my form down right, and it's still my weakest lift. [–][deleted] 14 points15 points16 points 5 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 9 points10 points11 points 5 years ago* (0 children). well i knew a guy who was 200-220 i believe who couldnt even bench a skinny bar (20lbs) 3 times....im not even kidding.. [–]necrosythe 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Reddit PPL 6 Days a Week ~ 12 Months. It's either you think you are way bigger than you actually are, your form is fucked, or you just aren't pushing yourself. This way, a day's workout shouldn't last longer than an hour. It's fine if you're not, but remember to cut down on your calories while you are trying focusing on fat loss. See the FAQ/Wiki for details. Nobody said it would be easy, and that's why it is envied, [–]StraightNoIce 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). He has a point here. it may be due to diet. Expect to see amazing progress in two years. Don't give up! Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. "This took me a solid year of bulking to build the muscle I currently have. In this example, you are only working each muscle group once a week. Rendered by PID 21228 on r2-app-0f62568dd0e31b4c5 at 2020-12-21 02:02:05.404909+00:00 running 406fa40 country code: US. Try doing more weight with lower reps. [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (1 child). I've finally stuck with something for more than 3 weeks during this up and down weight in college. I've noticed only minor change in muscle definition and no real weight change. The physical changes will come with the strength gain. My weight has stayed constant since I began lifting. 2. Basically, the weight you lift in phase 1 should put you at failure on the last rep, with the limited rest period. Stronglifts 5x5 ~ 3 Months. [–]NOMMING 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago* (0 children). 1. Keep working hard and you'll see the results. You get fantastic results from low rep, heavy weight lifting not ONLY as a man, but absolutely also as a woman. That will probably help, too. I'm going to guess your plate math is fucked, your deadlift form is fucked, or something equally wrong is off here. I know you probably don't want to hear this but progress takes a lot longer than a couple of months. Can some people put on muscle but not be very strong If you are consistent with exercise and nutrition, expect to see decent progress in one year. After a little over two years of weight lifting, Instagram user @sameetayyy has reaped major results. I've been weightlifting consistently for 3 months, after an extended period of just doing cardio. [–]OnlytheLonely123 -1 points0 points1 point 5 years ago (0 children). Since you've been following your program for three months, now's a perfect time to switch it up! imo most likely thing is maybe just mental block. [–]Sig_Curtis 19 points20 points21 points 5 years ago (9 children). For context, here's a good infographic talking about the differing levels of work it takes to get lean. My next task is … To be honest, if general strength in these movements is your goal, the eccentric shouldn't be all that slow either. I focus on slow, deliberate movements, and maintain proper form. Less than 5 repetitions trains the body's cns to decrease inhibition and allows for more muscle fiber recruitment. HTH Sorry for the wonky formatting. You want a controlled eccentric. I'm 4 months in and just want to share my journey!! i made a lot of noob gains and made it to about 75 ohp/115 bench/135 squat/165 deadlift, but i was stuck at these numbers for 1-2 months. I meant as a psychological factor. [–]StuWardMilitary, Powerlifting (Recreational) 5 points6 points7 points 5 years ago (0 children). If you don't get your nutrition down, all the exercise in the world is not going to give you the results you want. I started with 95lb deadlifts (3 sets of 12) and after 3 months I can't do more than 115lbs. Why she switched: I switched because I started seeing and reading a lot more about women doing squats and dead-lifting, and they weren’t huge or extremely bulky, and I became very interested in trying this. —Leah, @leah.bo.beah Anyways, get on a beginner program from the FAQ. This is what I think too. If you're not sure try tracking what you eat for a few days and see if you're getting enough macronutrients, especially protein! Physiques start with diet first and foremost. -1st 2 pics: My progress, the 1st pic is 8wks pp, the second is 6 months later (I had lost the weight but not made it to the gym), 3rd pic is 6 months after the 2nd with 6 months of weight lifting (15mo pp).-The 3rd pic is of my ab progress with 1yr between photos. Repeat! if you aren't progressing, then you need to eat, sleep, and/or destress more. On deads, you pretty much want to do a controlled drop if you aren't doing touch and go reps. As far as proper form goes, it could be that you have worse form than you think but it sounds like it is just as likely that you are so concerned with form that you aren't progressing because even the slightest sensation of "offness" in your form is making you decide that you shouldn't progress. It took me maybe 6 months to notice the muscle definition. If not I'm going to call this a mental block rather than physical. For some examples (please don't bust my balls about this, I know they are low): My strength has improved a small amount, but it's not nearly what I would expect after 3 months of consistent weightlifting and a strict diet. Is any of this due to genetics or body type? My asthma was extremely hard to deal with due to my weight gain which motivated me further to participate in this challenge. After ditching HIIT to go all-in with lifting, it took almost a year for Kathryn to build up her backside. Bench: 5x5 from 45 to 75. To get the most out of weight training and to avoid an upset stomach, eat one to three hours before exercising. I started lifting weights in my early 20s, fresh out of Army Basic Training and desperate to get stronger after realizing just how weak I was compared to my male counterparts. I have made some really great gains and am achieving the body shape that I'm looking for, which is great, but my actual strength has barely improved at all. When it comes to fitness, the number on the scale doesn't always equal progress. Focus on learning how to lift explosively and actually apply force into the barbell. For example, say you are doing split days during your week with different muscle groups each of the 3 days (back/bi, shoulder/chest/tri, and legs). you must be strong in order to look strong. ya I doubt he started squatting at 95kg or benching at 85kg... [–]fopdoodle13Powerlifting 8 points9 points10 points 5 years ago (4 children). That will help motivate you to keep going at the gym. Lift on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, or any three non-consecutive days each week. I changed to doing the SL 5x5 and my strength increases are much more noticeable now and I enjoy lifting a lot more as well. Can some people put on muscle but not be very strong? You should follow a proper beginner program, not just winging it yourself. If you can't deadlift more than 115, there is something seriously wrong with your form. After doing your big lifts do dumbell work or cable work (tricep civkbacks, biceps, lat raises, calves, hips...), Or... follow some programming where you write down what you do and strive to increase the weight or add a rep each time you repeat a workout (strong lifts, strong curves, PHUL, thinner leaner stronger...). what is this 'strict diet' you mention? B L E S S E D Four years separate these two … I've been doing strong curves and love it so far :). i started out with 5-6 months ago with dumbbells because i was too weak to put anything on the bar so i didn't want to look like a the newbie just benching the bar. I'm starting to get frustrated with going to the gym and not looking different. 25. Sounds good to me, then. Time to lower the weight and get your form in check. What is your starting point (age, height, weight, any other relevant info)? Post form checks. [–]BBlenkyOlympic Weightlifting 50 points51 points52 points 5 years ago (12 children). [–]Fart_Boy 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (0 children). After you are comfortable failing, you can move up to lift heavy weight. Sooner than 2 yrs though. Also take progress pics every few months, I know its annoying but I personally find it hard to notice differences in my body when I see it everyday. I'm often pleasantly surprised when I compare progress pictures. your body needs a stimulus to which it must adapt. I suggest following an actual workout program; they're designed for you to progress as the weeks go on. [–]Red_StevensFootball 3 points4 points5 points 5 years ago (0 children), [–]Dr4gonkillaPowerlifting 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Started with doing 20 min cardio on every workout day and upped it by 10 minutes after each month since january stopping at 60 min, after i reached 60 min each workout which i still do i am trying to push the speed instead, current speed now in december is at 4,6kmh/2,85mph on 10%incline. 135. It only makes sense to take a break from weight training after 3 to 4 months of steady lifting. Yeah what does a typical days eating look like for you? I typed this on a phone, and it changed my spacing when I posted it, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, We're a community for female and gender non binary/gender non conforming redditors to discuss fitness, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Would you mind sharing your current routine? After completing a four month bulking phase, she got down to her lowest weight of 65kg, adding it was the best thing she has ever done. Lifting has allowed me to love my body and be proud of what it can accomplish." Highly Advanced Weight Lifting Goals. Deadlift: started at 5x5 @ 75lb, now at 1x3 @ 140. squats, deadlifts). Rest between sets should be about 90 seconds. -I focus on slow, deliberate movements, and maintain proper form. 3 months is way too soon. Don't give up, you want to be better today than you were yesterday. Are you tracking? [–]celdridge91190 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (0 children). [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (6 children), [–]40_SHADES_OF_RAYBodybuilding 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (5 children), [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (4 children). I do: Bicep curls Tricep pulldowns Shoulder press Pull ups Cable row machine Bench press Leg press Squats Hamstring curl machine Sometimes throw in ab exercise I do 3 sets of 8-12 with the maximum weight I can do. I’ve found that you can follow a good routine for 12-16 weeks (not months) before needing to worry about switching things up. Side Lateral Raise: 3x8-10: 17-1/2lbs to 20lbs - Reflection On Month 3 The first 3-5 months are the most stubborn though, the body is still getting accustomed to the new regime & doesn't respond as well in terms of changing shape. Each exercise should be done with proper form coming before added weight. just recently i calculated my TDE and added up my calories, and guess what? What gives? 3 months is really not long enough for a big change. A few years ago, the general consensus was that if you wanted to lose fat, you needed to hit the cardio hard. I began my 12 week challenge due to the massive weight gain I encountered after I had injured my back (I was diagnosed with a severe curvature of the spine). How much are you worrying about proper form? but before that i do "Insanity" its cardio circuit training and it is as suggested, insane! Don't be afraid to lift heavy and EAT, ladies!!! Post a form check. The other girls have probably been working longer, and working harder for longer. "Before, I was 150 pounds of no muscle, and I wasn't happy with my body. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 21228 on r2-app-0f62568dd0e31b4c5 at 2020-12-21 02:02:05.404909+00:00 running 406fa40 country code: US. Do a few minutes of walking as a warm-up before, and cool-down after, your session. :) I've been doing weight lifting 5 times a week and cardio/LISS 3-4 times a week. If you’re aggressive with your workouts, but don’t consume the right foods, you’ll significantly limit your size and strength gains. 6 Months of Weight lifting Before and After pics All I've done is whey, EFA pills, vitamins, and eating a lot... "clean bulk" I suppose. I am 6 feet tall and 175lbs if that helps. Workout for an hour [I lift weights 6 days a week and have recently incorporated a day for core/cardio on my rest day] Eat my first meal around 5PM, stop eating by 7PM. [–]malacovics 3 points4 points5 points 5 years ago (0 children). What if I only weigh 150? [–]DareIzADarksidePowerlifting 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (3 children), If you're lifting with poor form, you will not excel. I ask because when do squats, bench, or deads, the concentric portion of the lift should be as fast and explosive as you can make it every time. Click Here for a one-stop shop of our most important resources. how much do you sleep? Is also recommend focusing on bigger compound lifts and lift heavy! Barbell Squat: body weight x 2.5; Barbell Bench Press: body weight x 1.9; Barbell Deadlift: body weight x 3; Pull-up / Chin-up: body weight … The first thing he did was add a TON of weight to the moves — after just two weeks, we went up to 20-25 pounds for many of the moves (deadlifts, arm raises), and … If you think about it, that's really not that much. 4-5x per month = 12-15 times you have worked out each muscle group in 3 months. [–]zeal2132 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). 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