I am looking for a home strength routine which is more than just a list of exercises but also includes guidance about when and how much to increase my load. I know that there is a guidance of “Just increase the load once you get comfortable with it” but that does not work for me because I assume I am taking it too easy, increase the load too often, and end up with a lot of messy notes, workouts I cannot complete, and constantly thrashing back and forth between different levels.

I am fine with a fitness routine that is a document, like Couch to 5k or 100 Pushups or an app, assuming it is priced reasonably for my use case.

Desired level: I am not looking to get super buff, just enough to keep my muscles healthy Duration: 30 minutes 2 or 3 times per week, so I can alternate it with cardo Equipment I have: adjustable dumbbells and an adjustable bench

  • chrash0@lemmy.world
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    13 days ago

    i’ve been using FitBod for ~4 years now. started with a similar setup, and now i have to go to the gym to challenge myself. it will suggest progressions over time, but you’ll find what’s right for you over time. it really depends on your goals, which in my experience will change over time if you stick with it. keeping a log and generating workouts is most of what i use the app for.

    you also don’t just increase linearly. increase reps then weight, but then go down in weight to work on technique. don’t give into ego lifting and use your full range of motion. setbacks are also normal. practice self-forgiveness, but come back hard next time.

    i went from an overweight slob who never worked out to being the guy most people assume is an athlete. this is just my experience, but progress is possible.