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Exercise and Fitness

Bettie

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8. When I first started lifting I got a few training sessions

Reply to Scrivener7 (Reply #6)

Mon Apr 6, 2026, 12:29 PM

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at a lifting gym. I went in there where there were a bunch of very muscular men and told them I was going to be lifting at home and wanted to do it safely.

I was surprised at how supportive and not-dickish the guy helping me was (and really, everyone who was there). He enforced form and made sure that I can feel what the movements are supposed to feel like. Since I'm alone when I lift, I'm cautious about that.

Nearest actual place to work out near me is 40 minutes away and costs a fortune. Plus, I'm much less likely to do it if I have to go somewhere.

OMG! It would be so annoying to have someone run over and, unasked, tell you what to do!

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Highlight:

Day 1 of Lifting....after auto accident on December 19th [View all] Bettie Monday OP

First steps lead to more. cachukis Monday #1

Be patient and pace yourself,... magicarpet Monday #2

If you were previously up to 105, you know how this goes. Start where you are. You'll get there. Scrivener7 Monday #3

When I was recovering Bettie Monday #4

I bought it too. I went to check out Planet Fitness and they Scrivener7 Monday #6

When I first started lifting I got a few training sessions Bettie Monday #8

Done with day one Bettie Monday #5

You're back! Well done! Scrivener7 Monday #7