Weight/strength training?

ChancyW

I know what you mean. I hate it when I accidentally put in years of hard work and dedication and end up gross.

Hahahaha! This is great! It definitely doesn't just happen without a TON of effort!

Huffdogg

It depends entirely on the type of workout you're doing and what frequency it's designed for.

randomtai

I don't want to look gross, just get strong and fit? Thanks!

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EllenKay63

I turned 50 this year. It's getting harder and harder. Like most people I want to look firm and strong-I ( myself) don't want to look like a bodybuilder with that much definition. I want my body to look more like it did when I was younger. I try to do something every other day. As I've gotten older I am trying slightly heavier weights

cwolfman13

For one thing OP, you should be doing an actual program...you're not going to get a whole lot out of just willy nilly lifting some weights a few days per week. An actual program is going to dictate when you lift and how much, etc. Most beginner programs (and judging by your post OP, you're a beginner) are full body routines and performed 3x weekly. Otherwise, a typical split routine is 4x weekly.

In RE to looking gross, I'm assuming you have some irrational fear of accidentally turning into a body builder...believe me, you don't get that way accidentally. In fact, it is very purposeful and generally requires the use of performance drugs and other supplements...a spot on diet, including a calorie surplus and very specific programming/training.

Docmahi

For one thing OP, you should be doing an actual program...you're not going to get a whole lot out of just willy nilly lifting some weights a few days per week. An actual program is going to dictate when you lift and how much, etc. Most beginner programs (and judging by your post OP, you're a beginner) are full body routines and performed 3x weekly. Otherwise, a typical split routine is 4x weekly.

In RE to looking gross, I'm assuming you have some irrational fear of accidentally turning into a body builder...believe me, you don't get that way accidentally. In fact, it is very purposeful and generally requires the use of performance drugs and other supplements...a spot on diet, including a calorie surplus and very specific programming/training.

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totally agree with this

Lola824

GGGaaahhhhh! I'm not on a program now, I have been before and got the look I wanted. I have already said gross wasn't the right word...can't we all get along, lol!! SO, I have a trainer what do the experts of MFP think I should do I am open to any and all suggestions as I am 40lbs of icky chunky!