Lifting Weights

Oct 17, 2025 - 8:21 AM

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  • I have not lifted in months because I hate it. I have always hated it. I hate the entire process. It's boring, it's tedious, it is a pain in the butt, and I feel sore and painful the next day. I have worked with personal trainers and both times it started out where I was going to make myself do it and slowly dwindled away until I quit all together. My question is, how many of you hate lifting and are committed to it anyway, and what advice do you have to make it less miserable?

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    My advice: look for clothes that truly fit perfectly and support the areas you need, and combine them with short but regular strength training sessions. Sometimes even your favorite gear can make a boring workout more bearable and enjoyable!

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