5 Lessons I Learned From Lifting for Over 9 Years

If there was one thing I did over the past 9 years of lifting consistently, it was the fact that I continued to learn. Here are 5 of those lessons I learned that I KNOW will help you find success with your fitness goals and avoid the BS that you don't need.
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[@arthvs]

This guy's physic is pretty much my goal, I started lifting and doing calisthenics almost a year ago. I was 47 kg and now I'm at 53.40 kg, didn't gain that much weight but the impact on my confidence and mental health is detrimental. I can now also do a couple of handstand push ups and muscle ups, aiming to unlock planche and front lever for my second year hehe. Keep up the good work man, you're a great inspiration for a lot of people including me.

[@marz3960]

DAMN BRO my first year I went from 48kg to 60kg but my strength isn't as strong as u bro cuz I just did the basics like push ups and pull ups for calisthenics and some curls and now in my 2nd year I just started going to the gym 2 months ago 😅 and my current weight is like 62kg

[@arthvs]

@@marz3960 Damn that's insane, 12 kg in just a year. I mean it's not impossible with a good diet but still, that's impressive. Also I'm sure it won't take long till you unlock those skills if you've pumped out the basics for a year. Keep up the good work and consistency brotha' !

[@marz3960]

@@arthvs I just ate what my mom cooked or what my parents bought but just increase the portion 😂 idk that's a rlly good diet but I'm happy with the result . Btw my right shoulder got some problem so it's kinda hard for me to things like planche or handstand so I'm focusing to build the muscle first with weights then I might start training to do those again 😅 also good luck for you too with ur journey 🔥

[@arthvs]

@@marz3960 Well, I guess I gotta start eating more of what my momma cooks cuz guess what, I also don't have a damn diet plan. I just eat and yeah, I don't eat that much so I am not gaining that much weight. Also goodluck in that journey mate !

[@moonwrusse5649]

Guessing you don't know what detrimental means

[@aliwaheed906]

Thanks for being honest about your injury, I needed to hear that. No more ego sh*t anymore for me.

[@tyler-path]

Of course, hard to know when you're young but it's not worth it

[@DaLuggy]

Same, I am just right now of the Training cause an invertebral disc slipped...

[@seifhart6881]

Man you are my inspiration and your physic is my goal bro

[@AG-gn5xp]

been following you for a while and never commented but have to say you’re a great role model for fitness especially with your message away from PEDs. keep doing what you’re doing you have something different than all the other fitness youtubers

[@TorBoy9]

Great advice, but many people are impatient. Lifting is a lifestyle for the long-term. It takes time, effort and consistency.

[@Zukmadiq]

Lifting really is a journey, not a race. Thanks, bro! ♥

[@Raizen20901]

I have so much respect for you Tyler, it might mean nothing to you but you inspired my 32 year old skinnyfat ass to hit the gym for the first time in my life and I feel great about myself, I'm barely 3 months in but listening to you and taking your "it's not a means to an end but a lifestyle" approach has done wonders for my mental health. After all, I'm in no rush to reach my ideal physic. Keep up the great work man, greetings from Perú.

[@tyler-path]

Really appreciate you sharing, keep on going 🙏

[@user-ph5qs7tt4j]

Look at curry man, so inspirational.

[@edwardallegretti3072]

Big time agree on not ego lifting to the 1RM. Heavy strength focused days are important for hypertrophy, but ALWAYS form first. You the man, Tyler 👊

[@jimmykrack99]

You're a great example and wealth of knowledge. Keep it up!!

[@johnrin8423]

Got a minor strain in one of my hip adductors after doing some barbell squats after just starting out. I’ve since decided to only work out 3 days a week with just the bar for most exercises and slowly work my way up. It’s honestly more inspiring to me that it took you so long to get your physique, because it showed me it’s good to be patient and disciplined rather than just trying to rush things.

[@R.E-kq8ss]

I got 2 back injuries back in 2017 and 2021 due to ego lifting. 1st injury healed for about 4mos, and the second one was fixed by a chiro after I endured for 1 and half year while relying on pain medications. Now im recovering again from a lower back injury I had 3weeks ago, while doing rage squats. Im glad it isnt as severe as my second injury back in 2021 tho. Hearing from you and reading from comments lessens my frustration bout myself. Im gonna do better, thanks for the advice 🙏🙏🙏

[@tyler-path]

Prioritize the recovery and spend that time growing in another aspect of life. Wish you a speedy recovery brotha 🙏

[@JustBlaze777-ic8sw]

As always Ty, great video! 💐

[@elclap5696]

That San Andreas notification sound effect was a throwback lol I like that 7:58

[@tyler-path]

a man of culture

[@mayonakasymphony2286]

What I’ve learned is that if the scale hasn’t gone down that doesn’t mean you haven’t made progress. If you’re building muscle and losing fat then the scale may not be a reliable tool.

[@5pillsociety333]

mannn appreciate everything u do fr i love learning from u and listening to ur advice

[@taketimeoff4998]

Tyler your tiktoks always are a full watch and learn something video man and the quality is incredible. Thank you for making great content and helping teach so much. I have muscular dystrophy and struggle to find balance to keep what i got and grow where i can. Id love any books or content to watch or things you would recommend to help in anyway would be greatly appreciated! Keep up the great stuff!

[@InfamouslyGood]

Yeaahhhh buddy ! Shout out from Sydney Aus great tips TPath

[@j.macmillan2293]

One thing no one warned me about was that you should strengthen your forearms BEFORE working your biceps. Golfer’s elbow first on the left and then the right set me back TEN months. Happily, it’s behind me now and I am gradually seeing bicep growth 6 months later.

[@onef0rall683]

Thank you Tyler. You are wise in many ways.

[@lawrencekumar293]

You're an inspiration. Keep it up.

[@trevorbrooks274]

16 year old Tyler would be proud of how great shape you in.

[@kevdoesit55]

I 100% agree with beginners focusing more on form than intensity. For 2 reasons. 1. You wanna set the foundation for you form. So over a span of like a year, figure out what kind of form is best for your personal build. 2. Beginners simply don’t need to train as hard to grow the same amount or even more than an intermediate or advanced person. Why? Muscles who have not been significantly stimulated in a consistent basis will respond better and hypertrophy better than experienced people.

[@user-yw8it7oj5o]

Great video

[@D1rectedBy]

Took me 10 years to get back to the gym because of 2 herniated discs on my lower back !! 10 freaking years ! It’s been 3 months I’ve restarted the gym !! Never thought it would be possible! I was training to failure gained some masse lost weight but to intense so I’ve injured myself with a costocondritis , at least it was not my back ! So no more to true failure! I’m 42 years old so gonna take my time !! But k like pushing myself so it’s gonna be hard to resist, instead of lifting heavy I just concentrate on the negative part and doing it slowly!

[@naturalstrength8393]

Bro, I've hurt my low back 3 times, 2 times deadlifting, 1 time rdl, and today my low back is stronger than ever, the answer is zercher jefferson curls with the ez bar, start with the lightest weight and build up with 3x10-15 twice a week, pause at the bottom to really condition your lower back, strengthen your weaknesses

[@azuree31]

Preach Tyler

[@dragon4870]

Salaam I love ur vids ❤

[@ivanrulloda965]

Hi sir tyler, I was a fan of yours and i was starting to workout. Wish that you can share some home workout activities. Hoping you can see this comment. Thanks 😇

[@Furiouseagle56]

Aww man I littrally just brought some more protein a few days ago 😂, I still got that 10% discount fron your code tho 💪

[@Sean.Na-Win]

Waiting to take creatine is such a waste of time. 🙂

[@eysan90]

This is amazing man. Best advice to give any newcomers and even long time gym goers. Thanks for sharing your experience with us! About the back pain: how can you rebuild the lower back strength in a safe way?

[@tyler-path]

First off, I’m not an expert at rehab and this is not medical advice but make sure you’re fully healed before attempting. There are a number of exercises that train lumbar extension (my favorite being the reverse leg raise).

[@eysan90]

@@tyler-path thanks!

[@furiouso_au1190]

You are so helpful. I have been training now for 5 months. But I have problems with tennis elbows. Mostly right elbow. I really don't know how to get rid of the pain if you have any info that would be great.

[@Saifersej]

Rest, and when playing tennis be sure to not strech your arm

[@Shortieking]

​@@Saifersejwtf😂

[@AH11863]

great vid

[@iiliillllliii1289]

u inspire me man. just started working out still 140 rn at 5’8 hope to get where you are someday day 🦾

[@steezbekillin]

Bro you look young asf considering you’re only 25 I’d think you’d be 19-20 like me 😂keep up the good work 🫡🔥

[@takeenr2461]

Guys if you are a beginner please listen to the final tip. I learned the hard way. Good form>weight

[@marz3960]

Yea I'm almost 2 months in going to the gym and Im not doing barbell bench press if I go alone to the gym I just do dumbell bench press cuz it's way safer and when I felt like the weight is too heavy for me I can just put it down 👍

[@takeenr2461]

@@marz3960 yeah dumbbell is much better imo anyway. But I did injure myself going to heavy on incline db so be careful and good luck

[@mrbobo86]

My first gym doesn't even exist anymore. Hell KZbin didn't even exist back then

[@tyler-path]

haha ur an OG

[@JOONWOOKIYOTAKA]

Actually a natural transformation

[@leoxlsb]

Fire vid

[@robincordero3]

hey tyler you should do a review of the muscle beach in mami

[@AFGixxeR88]

With how popular you have grown your social media how do you balance time freedom and the same time coaching people ie writing programs, messaging back and forth plus creating content

[@tyler-path]

Tbh it comes down to the fact that I make the most out of my time. Frankly, I don’t play video games, party, and do a lot of leisurely stuff nowadays

[@papasalvo]

For anyone who sees this that may be new to the gym and wondering if you need such a big bag of creatine the answer is no absolutely not. Get the smallest bag that they offer and it will last you literal months. Thats like a life times supply of creatine he's rocking. Their marshmallow, cinnamon cereal, peppermint choclate, and birthday cake flavors are BUSSIN. Cookies and Cream is not good has a weird after taste, chocolate mint is ok and choclate brownie is mid. So far the only ones I have not tried are the fruity cereal, mocha, milk tea, popcorn, vanilla, choclate milkshake and strawberry. Though I just reupped and got a few of the flavors I havent had yet.

[@tyler-path]

Great advice all around -- and can confirm, that creatine is gonna last me a long while... especially since I'm currently not taking it

[@KenKaneki-fj8pk]

i took creatine as a boost tbh. I was workingout and eating alot for 3 years straight and stayed 130-135 the whole time. in just 2 months i gained over 20 pounds. yeah 10 of that was most likely fat, and water weight, but the other 10 was 100% muscle. I also started hitting a actual gym in those 2 months cause before it was me working out at home for 1-2 hours 5 days a week with weights that were basically nothing. TylerPath watching ur vids are what inspired me to do so much more with myself and my body. Thank you. I will continue to grow no matter what

[@tyler-path]

Love to hear it, keep on grinding!

[@KenKaneki-fj8pk]

@@tyler-path thank youuu

[@BM24DK]

I see you wearing Vaporfly Next%. Did you start running?

[@Kdjoao]

I injured my lower back near my tail bone. Been a year now and still hurt

[@DiamondFlame45]

Oh wow dude! So you don’t barbell squat, deadlift, or bench press because of your injury? Or is it overhead press?

[@Anonymityfan]

6 pack shortcuts was the guy like 10 years ago lol

[@OldmanKorsaks]

Have You man.

[@AdAstraX_]

Cool vid

[@michaelsibson7055]

I love your videos you said buy protien and creatine what about bcca amino acids?

[@tyler-path]

Wouldn’t waste your money

[@michaelsibson7055]

​@@tyler-pathreally wow I appreciate the reply

[@someguyontheinternet9683]

Just a question, I started going to the gym about 2-3 months ago and havent gotten any significant gains, ive for sure gotten stronger but it doesent look like it. my question is if im starting off skinny does that give me beginner gains or do I just have to eat a ton to get good gains

[@pannawatphijarnwanit6306]

tyler, is there any reason why you never bulk? like try to add 20-30lbs more weight and then cut? just wanna see how big you can become... i mean staying lean is nice for sure, just wanna see some changes

[@tyler-path]

I don’t have a good reason to

[@DoubleBeast]

11:05 What exercises do you do instead of squats to not agitate your lower back? Leg press & extensions? Anything else? I'm thinking about performing alternatives for a while due to a bad knee.

[@tyler-path]

Hack squat

[@GioNepomuceno]

Pistol Squat

[@asdfasdfadsfasdf]

4:48 @TylerPath I see some people do the machine lateral raise holding the handles and some (like you) who don't. What's the difference? Is one better than the other?

[@p4richu]

when he doesn't hold the handles it makes it so his side delts are the only limiting factor while doing the exercise.. i think Jeff nippard (sorry if i spelled it wrong😭) made a video about it and he got a few reps extra while using a strap which made it so that he didn't have to hold onto anything P.S. Jeff was doing lateral raises using cables but it's one and the same thing really

[@tyler-path]

I find it a bit distracting to hold the handles -- simple as that, just a personal pref

[@p4richu]

@@tyler-path oh, that's so much less complicated than i thought lol

[@asdfasdfadsfasdf]

@@tyler-path thanks for the reply big guy

[@EvanZamir]

They didn’t even have KZbin when I started lifting in 1991 😂😢

[@qoonbinneeghas4210]

Bruh how’d u guys do it back then cuz I learnt everything gym related off yt

[@9shazad]

@@qoonbinneeghas4210facts !! Without YT I would off defo ended up in the hospital with 30 injuries haha

[@samuelnoel2889]

What's a good way to learn form other than standing around staring at videos in the gym?

[@tyler-path]

Getting your hands dirty and performing exercises with the sole focus to learn and understand the movement - good to ask keep your ego in check

[@ChonkyGnome]

Where did you get that anime chef cookbook at?

[@tyler-path]

Roommate got it from urban outfitters a couple years ago

[@Eggrollah_]

Hey Tyler, i watch your TikTok’s and I have a question abt maintenance and body fat maybe you could help. Last month I had been at maintenance calories after coming back from a deficit (500 cals) 3.4 bf percentage loss and I gained one percent of body fat back. In one month What did I do wrong? I’ve been getting 100g of protein or more per day I’m 4ft 9in and weight 93 pounds. Thanks for the help

[@tyler-path]

Naturally as you increase cals after being in a deficit, you're bound to gain a bit of fat along the way -- which is why its best to reverse diet back up by slowly introducing calories instead of just +500 cals

[@Eggrollah_]

@@tyler-path good to know for next time I cut thank you!

[@immts6475]

Bro just used your my protien code and got $120 of whey for $74 thanks my man, thats w shipping and tax, was $60 before that ofc

[@tyler-path]

Ayy love to hear it 💪

[@papasalvo]

Listen Tyler I just used your code to reup on protein in exchange I need you to talk them into adding a choclate and peanut butter flavor and brining back the peppermint choclate flavor (THAT WAS GAS AND IM MAD ITS GONE)

[@tyler-path]

bruh I'm gonna let them know

[@LeapCode-rd3ry]

Tyler you have been so helpful when it has come to good form for the gym. Currently pushing to three months! One thing I wanted to share though, I was saved from a three year pornography addiction, and freed from heavy anxiety. Place your trust in the Lord Jesus Christ who was crucified for the sin of the world, and then three days later rose again. You don't have to buy anything from a priest, just you and God, and ask for genuine forgiveness. Repent which means to have a change of mind. I promise it will be the best decision you could have ever made in your life. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16

[@CJ_Pharaoh]

Careful Tyler... ❄️s be issuing fatwa5 for calling a place m3kca other than the actual spot. Godspeed!!!

[@willcome7081]

How old are you de??

[@alifarazlakhani7807]

Ur are? (Age)

[@9shazad]

24

[@j.macmillan2293]

“My friends and I” (ok, English is your 2nd language)

[@Turaylol]

You? Lifted 9 years? Poor guy XD 9 months training body

[@Calvin-nr5th]

4th

[@9shazad]

Haters here 😂😂 you guys could never achieve what he’s achieved

[@tweeze123]

Does working out get you girls?

[@PurpleDoritos666]

Lmao going to gym gets you attention from other guys not from girls 😂

[@AntiTheBird]

Imo it doesn’t help you get girls but it does help you keep them, having the determination to stay in shape is a huge green flag for women especially if you also have good hygiene and can cook and clean.

[@tweeze123]

@@PurpleDoritos666 I heard that before but I will see if that is true or not. I have never had attention from women because I was underweight, very skinny. It made me very discouraged so I never even talked to girls.

[@qoonbinneeghas4210]

@@tweeze123bruh just stfu n start conversing w them

[@robincordero3]

You should be doing it for yourself bro

[@blackjesus4129]

No way bro trained for 9 years to look like that thats gotta be cap

[@robincordero3]

He never bulked

[@need4speed290]

Wait 9 years just to look like this? It's time to jump on gear.

[@need4speed290]

Just trolling, relax guys😂

[@colt-_-jonson1743]

Grrrrr ​@@need4speed290

[@12MRJERSEY]

5 to 7 days per week is way overkill.

[@p4richu]

it depends on his workout program.. personally, i go the gym 6 days a week and i am able to train all my muscles twice a week