Lifting Weights

It's kind of difficult to say since we are all different, however, I can say my experience is that I don't really sweat a great deal (but then I've never been much of a sweater - 10 mile run at a fast pace, barely damp)

Aching - I don't tend to ache that much until I come back after a break or switch up my programme significantly.

If you're seeing gains and it's working don't 'sweat' it (terrible terrible pun totally intended)

Thanks Chris

I'm told that my body shape is changing but I dont see it. My trousers fit better in that they are much looser. I'm dropping in weight but looking at myself I still think I have the same amount of fat round my middle which is what i'm trying to get rid of.

Was just considering upping the weight as Im not sure i'm pushing myself hard enough.

How many reps are you managing to get out? As soon as I start hitting 8 I up the weight so I can only do 6.

I have a hell of a time getting sore...it just doesn't happen...I'll up my weights and it kills while I am working out.. But the next day...nada!!!I can see results so I don't stress on it..and sweating is optional!! If what u are doing is working I wouldn't worry about it too much! Even if u don't see it..your clothes fitting differently is proof!!

Also if you are still feeling pudgy around the middle maybe incorporate cardio along with your weigt training?!?!?

Best of luck!

Soreness is not an indication of a good workout. After a while you more then likely not to get sore anymore.

Oh, and I never understood the point of a superset. That's just me.

Take your body measurements!

I have a hell of a time getting sore...it just doesn't happen...I'll up my weights and it kills while I am working out.. But the next day...nada!!!I can see results so I don't stress on it..and sweating is optional!! If what u are doing is working I wouldn't worry about it too much! Even if u don't see it..your clothes fitting differently is proof!!

Also if you are still feeling pudgy around the middle maybe incorporate cardio along with your weigt training?!?!?

Best of luck!

Hi
I do two or three cardio sessions a week to accompany my weights. I do eliptical (because the treadmill hurts my knees) on hills and do sweat on that, just not sure if I'm lifting the right weight as I want to look more defined than, as you say pudgy round them iddle and if I lean forward my belly hangs (I hate that).

I want to get to a point where it doesnt hang but I know that means not wasting my time on the incorrect weight.

Oh .. I have to clarify!! I was not calling you "pudgy around the middle" just saying in general!! Hopefully u didn't take it that way!! It's more of a personal reflection on myself and my own goals!!

Also agreeing with the poster that said proper form is key!

I don't judge workout intensity by how I feel after, but how I feel during.

If you're worried that you're not challenging yourself enough with your lifts, chances are you're right. Increase SLOWLY, and gauge how you feel. I'm not familiar with the book you're using, but most programs should have a process in place for increasing weight (i.e. if you have completed all your sets and at this weight for X workouts, increase weight on the next workout). If that is already in place, I would suggest against increasing faster than that pace, just be grateful that it's 'easy' now and remember it won't be for long. If there is no guideline in place, setup one for yourself to increase weight steadily. You don't want to be doing the same weight/reps ad nauseum as you'll never improve past that point (you also don't want to stall out too quickly so make sure the weight goes up at a maintainable rate).