robg's Journal, 03 February 2016

That's awesome! I'm not body building, but I am weight lifting. The scale is NOT my friend! However, I'm noticing areas getting tighter and I'm getting stronger. I'm achieving goals in the gym (I do a 5-3-1 set up with deadlifts, squats, bench, and then assistance work) and I think that's all that really matters. It's just so hard when I look at the scale and it's gone UP! Not fair. But anyways, keep doing what you're doing. I just wanted to encourage you because not many people are doing heavy lifts on here, so I can relate to how you're feeling.  

Thanks Wolf, its appreciated. I'm trying to be good about measurements, fat caliper, and progress photos, Because your right, the Scale doesn't tell you everything. I'm continuing posting on this site, as I have been here so long, I have alot of history with the Scale. Will be interesting at the end of the 90 days how it compares. I was in an accident a couple years ago, and my physical therapist said that old school Dead lifts, Squats, lunges, using free weights (careful increments) with high Reps were Ideal for repairing the damage to the hip and lower back area where I was hurt. I'm not Really body building either, in fact I don't want to get bigger. I'm doing it, more for performance and weight loss, but the program states that the techniques used by body builders can help you lean down. But i must admit i'm enjoying the strength gains, even doing 12 reps. Feels really good after the workout. I have enough natural muscle mass if i just shed the fat, I'll probably look pretty good. My wife (who is tiny) and I work out together, This program seems to kill 4 birds. Good diet plan, a workout that she can do low weights, I can do high, and a mixed weight and Cardio for performance and fat loss. only another 73 days to go hahaha.  

Kudos for you doing these things after an accident!!! I think a lot of people inhibit themselves, thinking they can't or shouldn't do heavy weights. Do you notice improvement in your hip/lower back area yet? I also don't want to get all bulky, but I've heard so many great things about weight lifting! I must admit I'm a little frustrated because I haven't seen any weight loss (according to the scale) but I know that I'm building muscle like crazy too. My boyfriend and I also work out together, I think it's great to do workout with someone. I noticed that I tend to work harder when he's there vs when I am alone. Anyways, keep plugging along! Those 73 days are going to go fast!