Body builder even at PF

wonder_years2010
wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
in Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
Add me on here to get some body building tips :)

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  • MamaCassK
    MamaCassK Posts: 27 Member
    I work out at PF too, and though I'm new it seems to work for me-i do wish they had trainers on site to answer questions and correct form and all that! I rely on my husband but wonder if we would be better served being at a pro gym?
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    I'm the fitness instructor at one in Michigan :) is there. Is there anything I can help you with?
  • MamaCassK
    MamaCassK Posts: 27 Member
    Yea actually-my husband and I have started really getting focused on lifting weights. When we use the squat rack, I never know how far to go-I've seen some guys go almost to the ground and some barely do a demi plie'... which was is correct?
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    The typical squat includes feet shoulder width apart, 90degree angled knees. (Like sitting in a chair) eyes forward, neutral spine and a weight you're able to do 10 repetitions without incorrect form. there are many how to's Acefitness website has a lot of tips and tricks !
  • sardelsa
    sardelsa Posts: 9,812 Member
    @wonder_years2010 do you compete?
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    Training to!
  • Yossiph
    Yossiph Posts: 6 Member
    Despite all the negativity I hear about PF, it'll always have a special place in my heart. I've belonged to 4 different gyms at some point and I didn't see results until I signed up with PF. I lost around 80 lbs in a little less than 6 months at PF because of the sense of welcoming you feel when you walk in. I recently began strength training and I know their weights aren't as heavy as most gyms, but it's perfect for me right now. So yeah, I enjoy Planet Fitness
  • timsla
    timsla Posts: 174 Member
    I have a membership for free breakfast and pizza night and tanning honestly haven't even walked past they foyer.
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    That's awesome! You definitely can accomplish a lot at Planet Fitness. :) I've lost 10 lbs while working at Pf
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    I use the smith machine. Of course it won't use your stabilizers as much. However, you definitely can do variations of each exercise.
  • mmapags
    mmapags Posts: 8,934 Member
    wonder_years2010 wrote: »
    I use the smith machine. Of course it won't use your stabilizers as much. However, you definitely can do variations of each exercise.

    Not even close to the same. And a questionable range of motion. Nope. No Planet Fitness for me. I'll take a real gym, thank you.
  • livingleanlivingclean
    livingleanlivingclean Posts: 11,751 Member
    wonder_years2010 wrote: »
    I use the smith machine. Of course it won't use your stabilizers as much. However, you definitely can do variations of each exercise.

    Are you serious.... Is that actually your only option? :o
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    They have free weights, strength machines and various other accessories. Just because we have a smith machine doesn't mean you can't get a good work out with 350lbs :)
  • wonder_years2010
    wonder_years2010 Posts: 39 Member
    It's not for everybody too, there are other gyms out there! Working out in general is beneficial, no matter the gym.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    wonder_years2010 wrote: »
    I use the smith machine. Of course it won't use your stabilizers as much. However, you definitely can do variations of each exercise.

    Not even close...

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