ViciousTurduckenAug 21, 2023

I'm getting bored of weightlifting. What should I do?

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I'm getting bored of weightlifting. What should I do? - Lemmy.one

I’ve been lifting consistently for about 18 months. In that time, I did 5/3/1 for Beginners and GCZLP. I can squat 200 5x3, bench 145 5x3. I do lower weight deadlifts because I hurt my lower back last year doing them. I avoid overhead pressing because of right shoulder impingement. I do accessory exercises as well. I find myself getting bored doing these exercises. I want to continue to build muscle and strength, but I am not sure what to do. I like to run but I am working through an injury so I am progressing slowly to get back to where I was a year ago. What do you suggest I do?

Show threadberryjam
Try a sport. Rock climbing, martial arts, etc
Aug 22, 2023 at 12:31amWeb
Show threadFermatsLastAccountAug 22, 2023

Would second rock climbing. Bouldering in particular is really fun.

It's not that good workout for your legs, chest, or triceps though.

Show threadOnopordumAcanthiumSep 13, 2023
I thought it’s a workout for the whole body?
Show threadFermatsLastAccountSep 23, 2023

Not really. Some climbs will have pushing moved, but they're not nearly common or strenuous enough to be a good stimulus.

If I do weighted pull-ups right after climbing, I do much worse than I would if properly rested. But if I bench right after climbing, I'm basically completely fine.