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Originally Posted by CanwllCorfe
Please discuss body weight exercises at length. I have a gym nearby, but it's expensive and wouldn't be able to afford going.
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Could you elaborate on what you hope to achieve with a workout routine? I know this seems like a stupid question, and although there are generalities, there are unique things you should do depending on your desired outcome.
Anyways, here are some general tips:
1: Proper form should be priority #1; improper form can be harmful, lead to uneven muscular development, and impede results. I can't stress this enough; do not sacrifice proper form for weight or repetitions.
2: Pay attention to your body; if you've joint pain, hear lots of cartilage popping, or are experiencing anything that makes you worry,
stop. No need to injure your body when you're trying to improve iit.
3: Have a post work-out meal/snack ready before you start working out; if you want to maximize your gains, eat within 20 minutes of finishing your work out. You can be as nerdy, complicated, and scientific about this as you want - however, as your goal is to have these nutrients available to your body as soon as possible, liquids are a safe bet.... the exact contents should depend on what your goals are.
4: Water & Leafy Greens: are you consuming the minimum of 3 liters of water a day? Are you just getting one or two servings of leafy greens a day? Why would you just want to consume the minimum if you're going through the trouble of working out?