What forms of sports do you recommend besides lifting and bodyweight fitness to get fit?

benhurensohn · 2021-01-22T20:59:41+00:00

You probably just don't lift heavy enough. Doing a high weight compound lift is everything but boring. In fact it's thrilling and stressful as fuck if you approach your limits.

Of course you get bored if you 3x15 on the curl machine. Forget about that shit and only focus on the 4 main exercises: deadlift, squat, bench press, and shoulder press. Do that 2-3 times a week and do something more fun like boxing or soccer on the days off

SenorTonto · 2021-01-22T19:54:24+00:00

Muay Thai lessons are fun.

Lately I've been doing more calisthenics also with a weight vest. Swinging from monkey bars, pull ups, push-ups, etc. Also I throw some yoga poses in the routine

darkhorse75921 · 2021-01-23T03:26:35+00:00

Scrubpuppy · 2021-01-23T04:00:55+00:00

I find rugby is very complementary to strength training, and they work together. It's also a great social outlet and a brutal sport. It's also nice because whatever you go you'll be able to impose on the local rugby teams.

_the_shape_ · 2021-01-22T20:59:44+00:00

Cycling, especially if you have access to steep hills, can help you build monster legs. A lot of cyclists have zero upper body though, so take that into consideration too. Maybe lift 2-3 days a week to balance things out.

Kuneyah · 2021-01-25T03:08:20+00:00

Any combat sport hermano...learn to use the muscles for something other then lifting

Jamahamakaze · 2021-01-23T21:02:59+00:00

Another form of resistance training you might want to consider that'll keep you engaged is kettlebells or barbell complexes. Also sometimes with weight training, the boring element can come from your parameters, straight sets etc. Maybe try some for of circuit, emom, density training, something that's "on the clock" helps you to forget about the monotony due to being engaged. Other than that I guess it's maybe a casual sport for you. Some form of combat class could be quite fun if current restrictions allow it

SouthWestLondonLad · 2021-01-22T19:51:53+00:00

Maybe get into triathlons? Start with a Sprint? Combines a couple of interest and something to aim for. Worked wonders with me. Also can spend hours researching all the kit.

damiksta93 · 2021-01-23T11:51:24+00:00

Boxing/MMA/BJJ

If you can’t fight. You ain’t shit

Pink_Hanna · 2021-01-23T09:31:23+00:00

Boxing and climbing.

YodaOnReddit-Bot · 2021-01-23T04:43:29+00:00

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Smerdakas · 2021-01-23T00:48:41+00:00

A grappling art. Trains your body, your modesty, your confidence. And most important, it offers you the sense of community.

arakouzo · 2021-01-22T20:38:55+00:00

Lift to get fit. Do bjj or another martial art for fun.

Just keep in mind that whatever sport you do, it's really just cardio and a little bit of bodyweight. It's not a substitute for lifting. It's just a supplement to your exercise. Don't quit lifting to go ride a bike or play soccer. Normal guys who ride a bike as their primary mode of exercise don't look like professional cyclists. Professional cyclists lift weights and use drugs to train, then ride a bike to compete. People who ride a bike to get fit look like shit.

grandorder123 · 2021-01-22T20:35:56+00:00

At the end of the day you’re not going to get big playing a sport as most are just glorified cardio but will help you lose weight.

The gym doesn’t have to be boring and you definitely don’t have to do the same workouts every week. I personally think everyone can learn to enjoy the gym, chase a pump; and jam out

Ifoundthedevilfirst · 2021-01-22T20:32:33+00:00

BJJ. Great for losing weight, conditioning. Keeps you grounded. Theyre are repetitive drills but you dont get bored you only gets better.

Title	What forms of sports do you recommend besides lifting and bodyweight fitness to get fit?
Author	cuztrp
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Date	January 22, 2021 7:37 PM UTC (5 years ago)
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