Just started lifting...

[Altercall]

We've got some big kids this year and I started lifting with them last week. I used to lift pretty regularly my first couple of years in college, so I know what it's like when you first get back into the swing of it...

It sucks as you get older, though. Did squats for the first time in at least 8 years. Every time I get off the couch I almost fall on my face. I gotta suffer through the next couple of weeks without lifting my arm or legs. This isn't gonna be fun. Lotsa water and lotsa Advil!!!

 

[njstone]

Three weeks. That's about how long it takes most people to get over the "green phase" to put it in cigar terms. But really, after 3 weeks of lifting you'll probably not feel sore anymore except when you really push it or hit up a new muscle.

Don't hesitate to use creatine, either. I've used it for years, and it helps with the soreness. It's accepted for use by most sports associations and you can get it anywhere, even Walmart.

And have fun! I'm actually just getting back into the swing of things myself after a year of very erratic workouts. I still have the baby underfoot, but am making it a priority to get the weights thrice weekly for a while.

 

[cvm4]

We've got some big kids this year and I started lifting with them last week. I used to lift pretty regularly my first couple of years in college, so I know what it's like when you first get back into the swing of it...

It sucks as you get older, though. Did squats for the first time in at least 8 years. Every time I get off the couch I almost fall on my face. I gotta suffer through the next couple of weeks without lifting my arm or legs. This isn't gonna be fun. Lotsa water and lotsa Advil!!!

Just wait till you try to get off the toilet :rofl: :applause:

 

[sportsmedjosh]

DOMS (delayed on-set muscle soreness) occurs with any new activity/stress that you body is not use to.

 

[Donk]

Oh brother wait till you hit 30 and try getting back into working out. You will be sore for the first month, bet on it.

 

[cvm4]

For the record...I don't lift weights, the weights lift me.

 

[Altercall]

Just wait till you try to get off the toilet :rofl: :applause:

Getting off wasn't nearly as bad, I eased my way off, instead of putting all the weight on my legs at once.

 

[Altercall]

28. I was sore for 3 days after my first day last Wed. I'm glad I had a game Friday and had an excuse for not doing the Friday lift with the kids.

 

[Soundwave13]

I started at the gym about 2 weeks ago, but I'm taking it slow - easing into it..

So far so good.

 

[cvm4]

Getting off wasn't nearly as bad, I eased my way off, instead of putting all the weight on my legs at once.

Awww man you're missing out on the fun part :hysterica

 

[Altercall]

The, ummmm, squat,... is the hardest part.

 

[Hardcore]

Take glutamine it helps out a lot. Also eat bananas. They will help you from getting charlie horses.

 

[Moro]

Take glutamine it helps out a lot. Also eat bananas. They will help you from getting charlie horses.

That and tomatoes.

 

[openendstraight]

We've got some big kids this year and I started lifting with them last week. I used to lift pretty regularly my first couple of years in college, so I know what it's like when you first get back into the swing of it...

It sucks as you get older, though. Did squats for the first time in at least 8 years. Every time I get off the couch I almost fall on my face. I gotta suffer through the next couple of weeks without lifting my arm or legs. This isn't gonna be fun. Lotsa water and lotsa Advil!!!

You sure all that pain is not from sending bombs to unknowing BOTL's. I received your little package today. I think my mail lady feels like you do now. Pics and post to come tonight.

 

[Altercall]

Bananas are the way to go. The potassium does wonders for your body anyway. The thing most people forget is that water washes out the lactic acid. Alot of guys drink Gatorade/protein mix/fruit juices, but you always gotta remember to drink a bunch of water when you get back into it. With that, I gotta get a drink.

 

[RigilKent]

i too just got back into it im 20 and it still hurts for days. I used to lift daily now i lift and cardio when i can. usually at least 3 times a week

 

[cvm4]

usually at least 3 times a week

5 days a week for me

Hi, I'm Cliff and I'm a workout-aholic :frownno:

 

[Moro]

5 days a week for me

Hi, I'm Cliff and I'm a workout-aholic :frownno:

Welcome Cliff. I work out 5 days a week as well. Plus daily cardio.

 

[cvm4]

Welcome Cliff. I work out 5 days a week as well. Plus daily cardio.

2-3 days of cardio a week for me. I try to stay lean but still like to have some mass.

 

[cvm4]

Did legs yesterday...I am hurting today :crytears: