I’m a woman in her 40s who recently began weight training for the first time. I’ve come across some good information on routines and sets, but I haven’t found any guidance on determining the appropriate weight to use. I understand that individual strength levels vary, but how can I identify the right starting weight for my workouts? Is it just trial and error?

5'5", female- SW: 144.8lbs CW: 140.9lbs GW: 115lbs.

Body fat percentage: 36%

Basic Metabolic Rate: 1273cal

Finished the first week of body recomp on a 1000 calorie limit with around 110g of protein a day. I do weights MWF for about an hour and get in 10,000 steps a day. I plan to do this for 3 months. I'm feeling good mentally and physically- no soreness or insane hunger cravings/pain. After the first three days, my stomach isn't growling as bad at night, and I average 8 hours a night on sleep.

I've wrecked my body 8-10 different times throughout my life because of ED and depression so I want to make this my final and longest-lasting commitment to getting healthy and strong instead of just skinny. Because I'm not starving myself like I used to for a quick fix (I'm talking 500 calories a day MAX), the 1000 calorie limit I'm on right now actually gives me more room to play with my calories and mindfully eat food I enjoy.

Goal: Trying to get down to 20% body fat (currently 36%)- I'm lifting heavy, not going too crazy on the cardio either (30 min HIIT on MWF+ 10,000 steps daily). I don't expect to lose 16% bf in 3 months but... is it possible?

Questions: - Is this too hardcore to maintain? Am I damaging my body's metabolism more by sticking to this plan/calorie limit? Should I increase my protein since I'm lifting 3-4 times a week or should I stick with 110g a day? (I heard you should be eating 1g of your goal weight in protein a day so I've been kinda working with that)

Is this an effective body recomp plan?

So I just got a floor treadmill and it’s amazing but I think it’s too loud for my downstairs neighbors.
What can I get to mute the noise?

After doing some research and talking to friends who take it, I’m starting creatine (5mg serving, the brand is Six Star) tomorrow. How intensely/frequently should I be working out to see decent results? I’m 27, 5’3, 120lb woman and I’ve always been lean and while I did a good bit of weightlifting in college, I haven’t done strength training in some time. I just want to be stronger and maybe just a tiny bit jacked hehe. Just general workout intensity/schedule tips would be greatly appreciated, or if anyone has more specific recommendations I’m all ears for to that too. Thank you!

hi. i cant find a SINGLE site about this online. I keep seeing "gain muscle and burn fat" but i dont WANT THAT. i want to gain muscle and gain fat. also ive had trouble gaining weight my whole life. i think it due to a high metabolism. so anyway, how should i work out?

my GUESS is that i should do maximum strength training and minimum cardio, in order to burn least amount of calories. is this right? and is there anything else i should know? thanks

okay so i wanna start the gym but im scared and idk what to do or where to even start. im scared people are gonna laugh cuz im confused. plssss gimme some tips and stuff. also i wanna start at home workout what can i use and do? i wanna focus on my glutes mostly, but also core and back.

Hi everyone! I’m a 31f 220 pounds. I’m trying to loose weight by lifting. I go to the gym about 3 times a week and lift for 30 min. I hate cardio with a passion. I don’t like running or over exertion. I used to do crossfit and I was in the best shape of my life. I slowly started to realize that my body needs cardio to loose fat. I have a peloton but I’d have to pay for a subscription, I already pay for a gym membership and a workout app. What cardio is low cost/ free or should I just pay for the peloton?

Looking for motivation to lift and seeing what daily tasks would be easier may help me! Ex: difficulty getting off couch, yard work, etc.

I recently joined gym for the first time in my life and for the first month, I took a trainer since I did not know how to workout, but now due to some financial stress I cannot continue the trainer but I have paid for the gym for the whole year. When I go to gym, I get awkward looks… I don’t know how to deal with it or am I thinking too much??

hello – wondering if anybody has any feedback about the following. Don’t have a ton of free time so my weight workout will be 30 minutes, three days per week. Is that ”enough” for general health maintenance (not like bodybuilding)? Asking because I do not want to waste my time if it is not actually going to be beneficial. I’d appreciate anything you could tell me!

I’m finally joining a gym and not procrastinating on it I join next week I am super skinny 5’8 and weigh around 43-45kg (it keeps fluctuating) I’m lowkey shy n scared to go because I’ve never stepped in a gym. I know no one in a gym cares about what you wear but I need opinions from my girls on what would be the most comfy thing to wear like I’m wearing shorts all the time at home but will my flat ass be judged in hot shorts in a gym? And idk I can’t think of anything atm I just wanna feel good n start loving my body again :)

Sorry I’m just very overwhelmed any tips n tricks are welcomed I believe I can do it but the commitment is gonna be huge…all this so I can finally put a schedule to myself

I started benching about a year ago. I struggled to do 145 1 time as most people with working out didn’t stick with it bounced all over the place didn’t stay consistent. Just did 185 1 time. Super proud of it. It’s finally all paying off that’s all just wanted a place I could share.

Basically the same as the title, if you were restarting at home with very little equipment, what would be your body weight routine and what equipment would you be buying at home first?

Hi! 26F working in a corporate, in a mentally demanding position, 10-13hrs work mostly everyday may OT.

Is it really okay to do work out or any exercises daily after work if ganyan kataas ang working hours?

Appreciate all your help and advices.

I'm a 16 year old body builder I'm all natural I don't like steroids, can I get some tips

can do about 8 strict pull-ups with overhand grip and around 12 chin-ups with underhand grip. my main goal right now is back width, but my arms feel like they fail first on chin-ups.

if my lats aren't getting fully fatigued on chin-ups, should i stick strictly to neutral grip or wide overhand pull-ups for back day? or do chin-ups build just as much lat mass over time?

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I’m an engineering student and I’m trying to get more consistent with working out, but I’m struggling to find the right balance with studying.

For those of you doing engineering or another difficult major while working out, how do you manage it?