Why is it so difficult to get into a lifting routine?

writingstuff1001 · 2018-07-15T17:21:07+00:00

One little trick, fitness coaches will hate you!

Just kidding, you know the answer. You’re 29, quit smoking weed and lift when you know you should.

wobbleelbbow · 2018-07-15T17:11:27+00:00

First it is weed. It kills any kind of motivation. For most people at least.

RedKepler · 2018-07-15T18:22:20+00:00

It takes your body 2-3 weeks to get used to lifting weights after which it becomes enjoyable.

Most guys never get past that point where it's 'hard' and this is also why it's so easy to get into the top 20% of males now.

CalvinRichland · 2018-07-15T17:55:05+00:00

You might be better off starting a sport that forces you into shape. I like bjj.

ghosts_of_me · 2018-07-15T19:17:57+00:00

Not sure why you said you smoke weed like it's making a positive impact on your life.

Musicgoon · 2018-07-15T20:20:11+00:00

Your frame should be,"lifting weights is just something I do".

Not something ill eventually start or something I really don't want to do. Take a tolerance break. Lifting is very cathartic.

pridebrah · 2018-07-16T05:16:24+00:00

Chill on smoking for awhile. You need to dedicate yourself to it for a year and once you see the results you will be on board for life.

Also think of it this way...you have a incredible resource (bettering your body and strength) that will unlock new levels of confidence and attraction from women (not to mention the longevity and quality of life benefits) that can simply be achieved if you just get your ass up and lift a few days a week and keep a good diet/sleep. Come on man!

4gliders · 2018-07-15T18:00:14+00:00

I was*

It’s almost like my phone deletes shit right after I push send

boy_named_su · 2018-07-15T18:47:03+00:00

Start easy. You need to reward your brain. Shit, do one set to start. Weed is pretty demotivating tho

salinorum · 2018-07-15T20:13:04+00:00

Just fucking do it even if you don’t want to. And quit smoking weed man. I was in your same boat, but changed a lot for the better once I gave up smoking

abudun79 · 2018-07-15T20:23:35+00:00

If you don't want to exercise, where's the point in your post? Stop dreaming, improve other things in your life and enjoy the results.

Not everyone is meant to be a successful lifter. Pareto's 20% mean that there are 80% who won't achieve what they "dream" about. You're a dreamer on drugs. I guess you know in which % you currently are.

Throwaway-242424 · 2018-07-16T00:21:13+00:00

You might want to cut down if it's killing your motivation but just FWIW doing a traditional "bodybuilding" style workout with high-rep isolation feels amazing after a few hits.

bobeta · 2018-07-16T02:50:31+00:00

I also hate lifting + it's hard on back.

Instead I tried out P90X and really enjoyed it.

Hell even stuff like swimming or running will get you off your ass and into shape. Guys here will tell you to get big and jacked. and they're right, but being trim and lean will get plenty of girl's attention as well.

Title	Why is it so difficult to get into a lifting routine?
Author	4gliders
Upvotes	2
Comments	32
Date	July 15, 2018 5:08 PM UTC (8 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/askTRP
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