I was wondering if you guys could help me with some questions. I'm 19 years old and about a year ago I was 300 pounds (I'm 6'6) when I decided I needed to change and lose weight. I'm now down to 225 through pretty much dieting alone but I'm still very soft and have a ways to go. I want to start hitting the gym and building muscle and strength. I have access to a full gym and p90x. My goals are to lose all of the fat I still have before focusing on building muscle and strength. I want to eventually be "ripped" and be able to bench press 315 pounds and squat 405. I tested my maxes for the first time and have a 195 bench and 205 squat. What kind of plan would you recommend I do to eventually reach those goals? I've read around your site and was wondering if you'd recommend any of the routines you lay out here or something else? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Wow, congrats on hitting those maxes! What helped me progress after finding my initial maxes? I focused on a 5x5 program for a few months, increasing the weight each week. It built a solid strength base. Speaking of unsettling nights, that's less scary than getting jumpscared in Five Nights At Freddy's .
Congrats on losing 75 pounds – that's incredible progress! Your dedication reminds me of how I approach challenging puzzles like Block Blast, where persistence really pays off. For your goals, I'd suggest focusing on compound movements and progressive overload. Since you want to cut first, maintain a slight caloric deficit while following a solid strength program. The strength gains will come as you build that mind-muscle connection. Keep grinding!
At 19, getting into a routine is key. It's like Cookie Clicker, you start small but consistent clicks lead to huge gains. With your height, focus on compound exercises. Given your current maxes, a progressive overload program is ideal.
Hey! Congrats on the awesome weight loss so far, that's a huge accomplishment! Since you're already seeing results with diet, keep that consistent. As for the gym, focusing on compound lifts (bench, squat, deadlift) with progressive overload is key. Maybe check out some beginner strength routines online – lots of free options out there. Remember, consistency is more important than perfection. When I was getting back into shape after an injury, I'd take breaks playing Snow Rider 3D to clear my head. Just remember to listen to your body and don't push yourself too hard too soon! Good luck!
I'm looking for advice too. Down 75 pounds but feeling soft still. My bench is 195, squat 205, aiming for ripped and 315/405 respectively. Thinking of hitting the gym hard. It feels like I'm constantly dodging obstacles, kinda like playing Run 3 , but in real life.
Wow, congrats on the amazing progress already! That's seriously impressive. Since you're focusing on fat loss first, maybe prioritize a high-protein diet and incorporate HIIT cardio. As for a routine, check out some beginner strength training programs online - they often have great progression plans. You could even find some inspiration by watching Geometry Dash levels, as you can find your own way to conquer the hardest levels, as well as finding your way to conquer the gym!
It's like playing Doodle Baseball, you know? You time that swing perfectly and BAM! Home run! But most of the time, you miss. Don't get discouraged if building strength and losing fat feels like that at first. Keep trying different routines, tweak your diet, and you'll find what works for you. Each rep is a lesson! Good luck, you got this!
Huge props on dropping from 300 to 225—that’s discipline. At your stage, I’d run a beginner strength plan (linear progression) with bench/squat/deadlift/press 3x/week, keep protein high, and aim for a slow cut so you can still add weight to the bar. Also, don’t fear building muscle while leaning out. Randomly, the mindset reminds me of Football Bros: consistent reps win.
Wow, congrats on losing 75 pounds, that's HUGE! I totally get the "soft" feeling even after weight loss. When I started lifting, I was so focused on seeing the numbers go up. To get that bench and squat up you need a mix of strength and size, maybe a focus on compounds. I'm no expert, but working up to a program with progressive overload might be what you're looking for. It's like in agario when you get big enough to eat the other players.
Hey! Congrats on the weight loss, that's awesome progress. To torch the remaining fat and build muscle like you want, consider a routine focusing on compound lifts. Don't be like Granny in a horror game, stuck in one place! Combine that with a calorie deficit. P90x could work but a more structured weightlifting program might be better. Good luck reaching your goals!
Wow, that's an incredible transformation! Diet alone is tough, so congrats on the weight loss. Since you want to focus on fat loss first, a high-rep, circuit-style routine might be a good starting point. Gradually incorporating heavier weights as you get leaner will help build strength for your bench and squat goals. You'll find a lot of useful advice here, but maybe check out some community forums too for workout ideas and motivation. Have you tried the @Basketball Stars platform? You can find players with similar goals.
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I used to think cardio was king, ignoring the power of strength training. I remember once, trying to move a ridiculously heavy couch alone and realizing just how weak I was for my size. It was a major wake-up call. Sharing this, maybe I can call myself a Slice Master of anecdotes now.
I think you are on a great path now. When I first started lifting, I wanted to look like Arnold Schwarzenegger instantly, but quickly learned patience and progressive overload are key; the Connections Game showed me that it's really the small steps that count.
