This is a space for anyone interested in barbell and dumbbell routines, building strength, and training with purpose. Whether you’re just starting out, running your fifth 5/3/1 cycle, or hitting home gym PRs, you're in the right place.
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- Barbell & Dumbbell Training: Proven programs, effective lifts
- Progress Over Hype: Consistency, not shortcuts
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Weekly Threads (updated regularly):
Training log - Mondays
TBD
We are just getting up and running so please bare with me. I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.
Is this for weight training only? What if you are interested in strength training, but also flexibility, endurance, and cardio capacity?
235lb front squat pr. ngl I almost blacked out on this 🫠
2mon 4d ago by lemmy.ml/u/silentjohn in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works from mastodon.socialHow's your lifting going these days?
3mon 12d ago by lemmy.dbzer0.com/u/exasperation in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works
Let's get this group more active! 345lb below-the-knee rack pull + shrugs
3mon 21d ago by lemmy.ml/u/silentjohn in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works from mastodon.socialStrength progression in different weight classes
3mon 1d ago by feddit.org/u/Seppi in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works
I cant believe how much this simple thing give me motivation
5mon 5d ago by lemmy.world/u/mapleseedfall in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works
IPF Rule changes (Jan 2026)
5mon 13d ago by lemmy.ca/u/howrar in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works from www.powerlifting.sportBest vegan protein
8mon 8d ago by piefed.social/u/anytimesoon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksMaybe I need some advice what I am doing wrong before I continue wasting my time...
8mon 20d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksIs there a monday to friday 5 day split somewhere?
8mon 27d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWhy are my reps so inconsistant?
8mon 1d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeightlifting shoes?
8mon 2d ago by lemmy.world/u/Foreigner in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWhat do you all do to keep your upper body limber?
9mon 11d ago by fedia.io/u/bayaz in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWhat does a maintenance program look like for intermediate-to-advanced lifters?
9mon 3h ago by lemmy.dbzer0.com/u/exasperation in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksCan someone explain rep ranges like I am 5?
10mon 9d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksIs this decent for calisthenics/ weightlifting (can't find program with exercises I enjoy)
11mon 7d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - June 30, 2025
11mon 22d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksBelt Squats
11mon 28d ago by lemmy.world/u/Carnelian in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - June 23, 2025
11mon 29d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - June 16, 2025
1y 5d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekend Discussion Thread - June 14, 2025
1y 8d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - June 9, 2025
1y 13d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works[Help] Recomposition or continue cutting?
1y 14d ago by lemmy.today/u/Outwit1294 in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekend Discussion Thread- June 7, 2025
1y 15d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksCan ai do PPLPPL with only 4 exercises a day?
1y 17d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksBeginner (5 Months in) is this too much?
1y 19d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/Grogon in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - June 2, 2025
1y 19d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekend Discussion Thread - May 30, 2025
1y 23d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksPush Pull Legs is stupid!
1y 23d ago by lemm.ee/u/moonlight6205 in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - May 26, 2025
1y 27d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekend Questions Thread - May 23, 2025
1y 7h ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works
LiftManual is a solid reference
1y 2d ago by programming.dev/u/plankton in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works from liftmanual.comWeekly Training Log - May 19, 2025
1y 3d ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksHow to Squat: The Definitive Guide
1y 1mon ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works from www.youtube.comWeekend Questions Thread - May 16, 2025
1y 1mon ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log - May 12, 2025
1y 1mon ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekend Questions Thread – May 9, 2025
1y 1mon ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksMilestone!
1y 1mon ago by lemmy.world/u/Pencilnoob in Weightroom@sh.itjust.worksWeekly Training Log – May 5, 2025
1y 1mon ago by sh.itjust.works/u/shittydwarf in Weightroom@sh.itjust.works