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Originally Posted by
ben39 
This might be a silly question but: Say I put on 10-20kg and build up some muscle. Will I have to continue doing stronglifts (or any other similar program) to maintain this weight? Can I use strength training for gains, then do body weight exercises (push-ups, pull-ups, etc.) for maintenance? I'm only wanting small gains. I just don't want to be underweight anymore.
A small amount of weight you will probably maintain but if you stop training you will lose some but it is easier to get back than it was to get originally. Don't worry about what you'll have to do in the future, just work to your current goal and when you reach it consider if you're happy with what you've achieved or you want to continue.
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Originally Posted by
ALFAMALE If you can, you should think about getting a trainer.
You don't need a personal trainer, a training
partner can help but is by no means essential.
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Originally Posted by
kultschar Start with basic exercises first, Pull Ups and Push Ups. Build you strength up first with your own body weight, once this has been accomplished then hit the gym, heavy weights, small reps
I disagree, hit the compound lifts (deadlifts and squats are the best IMO) you'll get the best and fastest gains out of these. When I started training four years ago I used Stronglifts 5x5 and I made great gains early on. It's progressive nature will also keep you focused.
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Originally Posted by
kultschar PS - dont get too carried away with diet first, get your exercise techniques perfected if your a beginner!
Do both. Make sure your lifting is good, slow negative movements (i.e. the opposite of lifting the weight) and explosive lifts using your full range of motion. Make sure you eat at least three good, reasonably sized, wholesome meals a day and you'll be fine - even if you don't workout you should make sure your diet is good. K
