Lifting Heavy Beyond a Certain Point Can Be Overrated

[@makingwaves1239]

There are levels to lifting weights, and the higher on that ladder you climb, the more demanding the mental aspect of it will be. If you like lifting heavy stuff go for it. If swimming or doing yoga is your thing, then do that instead.

[@studentofphysicalculture]

@@makingwaves1239 I agree

[@MercilessBreed]

Those are still very impressive numbers for your frame and I understand where you are coming from with the 2xBw squat and 2.5bw dl standart. For me, being 90kgs currently, those are extremely far away and i wish i could hit them one day. Ive never trained with kettlebells (except the one i have in my backack for weighted calisthenics) so i dont quite understand how they are different than an equally heavy loaded dumbell. Anyway, interesting video, not too long nor too short and a nice point of view. Ultimately the right way is the one that makes you feel good while being active.

[@studentofphysicalculture]

Kettlebells are a more offset load because of the distance between the handle and the weight. This makes a lighter weight feel heavier compared to a dumbbell. They also offer a ballistic element compared to other tools. Just keep at it and you'll hit those numbers if that's your goal.

[@MercilessBreed]

@@studentofphysicalculture Thanks for the explanation!

[@TheAyatollahofNofappollah]

I liked and subscribed! That's great that you figured this out after 7 years, instead of 27 years.

[@kylethedalek]

I’m having a hard time with fat loss. Not doing much weights or heavy ones. Mostly body exercises, and dieting. Yet in a week I’ve put on 9lbs? And I haven’t been eating crap. A daily intake is about 1500 at most. Yesterday I had. Egg, protein bar, coffee. Can of tuna. Rice and 3 eggs. Apple, orange and banana. 4 haribo candy. I don’t think I was actually close to 1500 calories maybe 1000. What is my issue? As I don’t think I’m putting on muscle. I’m doing about 100 push ups, sit ups and squats then 60 leg raises, crunches 4 days a week. With some 15lbs dumbbells exercises. I’m 29, 5’10 and about 192Lbs. And my fat sits around my stomach.

[@studentofphysicalculture]

@@kylethedalek I can't say for certain what your issue is. 1k calories and even 1500 is very low for a male. I probably consume 3k and still stay around 145lb. That being said I recommend walking between 5k and 10k steps a day whenever possible. I also recommend considering trying kettlebells because it's a good compromise between cardio and strength and will burn a good amount of calories and aid in putting on muscle. In your case I think lifting weights ie kettlebell etc plus walking will have a bigger effect in recomping your body than strictly bodyweight exercises. Also Make sure your sleep and life stress factors are in order.

[@beecee3161]

You need way more calories than that. That might be the problem. I recommend a meat, egg, dairy(whole fat) and fruits only diet. Cutting out rice, oatmeal, vegetables and all the typical carb staples is what worked for me. If you have the time try to get in at least 30 min walk daily and if you have more time try to get 2-3 miles in.

[@studentofphysicalculture]

@@beecee3161 Agreed, and he may have something wrong with his metabolism as I don't see how it's possible to stagnate with weight loss at that calorie range. Cutting weight is one thing, but you have to have enough calories to sustain the activity and recover.

[@XanderYTV]

I have to agree. I think you can "horse cock" to an extent. But just because I CAN squat a certain weight for 5 reps doesn't mean that's the weight I'm going to use for a 3x5. I have been going down to 80-85% of my 1rm for sets of 5. 75% for sets of 8. Feels way better and I feel like I'm being more productive.

[@mushussocialmadnesss1613]

I've never got into heavy weights. And now in my mid thirties I have had different fractures in my spine, bone spurs, and mild spinal arthritis. So I will never go heavy. I see guys lifting crazy weight and just astonish how it doesn't mess up your spine.

[@studentofphysicalculture]

@@mushussocialmadnesss1613 It has its pros and cons. I just think people overestimate the actual load necessary to live a good life. You don't have to squat 315lb to be healthy. I'd even argue the shear forces and compression of back squatting that heavy and beyond may have disadvantages. Of course I respect strength athletes as it's very hard work. I'm all for strength but in the minimum effective dose.

[@GarageDwellerPat]

You can't chase strength numbers forever. You plateau pretty quickly. Then what? I do 10-12 week mesocycles where I change up my routine, goals, rep ranges, weight, exercises, etc. Otherwise it's just frustration, boredom, injuries, and fatigue.

[@pattybaselines]

you absolutely can and plenty of people do

[@GarageDwellerPat]

@@pattybaselines I'll rephrase: Can't successfully do progressive overload forever. Otherwise guys would be lifting thousands of pounds. Everyone tops out eventually.

[@edibaber5525]

​@@GarageDwellerPat your progress will slow a lot but it keeps going and most people never get near their potential

[@GarageDwellerPat]

@@edibaber5525 I think that's because most people don't actually track their progress and do progressive overload. For example, if you add 5 lbs. a week to a lift (260 lbs/year), you plateau relatively quickly. I guess its hard to tell when you've reached your genetic potential though.