getting back into weightlifting - stuck in a rut!

[coffeequeenie]

Hi all,

I used to be really into weightlifting and I had really good momentum. I was building up my strength and endurance and seeing improvements.

But, since October 2018, I fell off and I don't know how to get back on again. I've lost a lot of endurance, strength, and I've gained about 30 pounds. I feel really gross physically/mentally, and really discouraged and disappointed in myself.

Does anyone have advice about how to get back into weight lifting? How to get motivated? How to get back into a routine? I feel so stuck in a rut. Any advice would be so appreciated.

Thanks

[Fiction2Fitness]

My only advice is to just go. Motivation is nice but not something you want to wait or rely on. It's the same with writing. If I wait for inspiration to write then I'm rarely ever going to get writing done. But if I still down and get to work then I make progress on my novels.

For programs, you pick one that works best for your goals and/or that you want to do and just get started. If you haven't been in a while then start off a bit lighter. Don't go too heavy right away, but you can build from there once you get going again.

Good luck.

[mtnmama]

Maybe you could take a buddy or hire a trainer to get you started? I fell off around the same time and am currently in severe pain from DOMS after Thursday's first time back.....it is hard to go back - for so many reasons - but like Fiction2Fitness said - you just have to do it. If we only go on days we are motivated - we will usually not succeed at much.

[WolfBeast]

If you need the accountability try finding a gym partner or maybe even hire a personal trainer for a little bit until you get back into the groove of things.