Show HN: Workout.lol – a web app to easily create a workout routine

Post by datavirtue » Mon, Jul 10, 2023, 2:56 PM UTC

matwood wrote: post #111

Aerroon wrote: post #100

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> would be better served just picking a standard full-body workout routine (e.g. GZCLP) But many people aren't going to follow those routines. It's my impression that deadlifts and squats aren't good exercises for this use case because of the danger they present. Sure, they might be "completely safe" when "done correctly", but somebody using an app and trying to mimic exercises they see in videos or pictures is only…

As humans we squat and dead lift all day. Every single person should learn how to do those two movements with some proficiency and intention. They should be part of basis of any weight program focused on health and longevity. And while progressive overload is needed, no one is going from the bar to massive weight overnight. Also, not everyone needs to have the goal of being a power lifter. Peter Attia talks about wan…

Post by datavirtue » Mon, Jul 10, 2023, 2:58 PM UTC

anigbrowl wrote: post #161

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“Just picking a standard full-body workout routine” - that’s the issue, I have no idea what the names of standard routines are or where to find them. I’d love to know several. I know none. Like many things, knowing the name or term of what you’re looking for is the gateway - without that you’re stuck floundering.

You can figure out the basics in a couple of hours of reading. You don't need to process it all at once. I started lifting with some dumbbells I found on the street and just practiced moving them around slowly with light weights attached while figuring out which muscles different movements activated, then searched for simple terms like 'dumbbell shoulder exercises'.

Post by datavirtue » Mon, Jul 10, 2023, 2:59 PM UTC

hospitalJail wrote: post #150

herculity275 wrote: post #59

I do feel like most beginner/intermediate lifters with gym access would be better served just picking a standard full-body workout routine (e.g. GZCLP) and sticking to it. Figuring out which muscle groups you'd like to be targeting with specialized exercises is not something you should be doing as a novice.

100% with you. A few full body lifts + cardio is what most people need. This might be useful for physical therapists or body builders though.

Post by jayGlow » Mon, Jul 10, 2023, 3:03 PM UTC

datavirtue wrote: post #171

matwood wrote: post #111

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As humans we squat and dead lift all day. Every single person should learn how to do those two movements with some proficiency and intention. They should be part of basis of any weight program focused on health and longevity. And while progressive overload is needed, no one is going from the bar to massive weight overnight. Also, not everyone needs to have the goal of being a power lifter. Peter Attia talks about wan…

Not with weight on their back. You should seek professional advice for weight training. I learned that trainers don't even let people touch a bar for a year as they repair and strengthen their core. It's all body weight and PVC pipes to develop form.

Post by wpietri » Mon, Jul 10, 2023, 3:05 PM UTC

davidguetta wrote: post #166

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That link does a lot of talking without really explaining what you DO have to do.

Well you didn't read it then. It's actually extremely clear about doing DEADLIFT / SQUATS / BENCH PRESS/ CHIN or PULL UPS / OVERHEAD PRESS. I can understand you may not like the 'troll' / provocative way of writing tho, it's not for everybody