Okay, so today I wanna talk about this thing I’ve been doing called the “Bad Decisions Barbell Club.” Sounds kinda nuts, right? But it’s been a wild ride, and I gotta share the whole messy story with you all.
It all started when I stumbled upon this online fitness challenge. I saw some post, maybe it had like, 10K views or something, and I got curious. People were posting about barbells, and I was like, “Hmm, I used to lift back in the day.” I decided to click, and it mentioned this “Bad Decisions Barbell Club” that a lot of people seemed to be part of. I found out that there was a virtual challenge with people from all over, even a 45-year-old dude from Canada was in third place, crazy!
So, I signed up. Yeah, I know, probably not the smartest move considering I haven’t seriously worked out in years. But I got this burst of motivation, or maybe it was just plain stupidity, but I went all in. They had all these different challenges, like, this “World Erg Challenge” and something about Zone 2 training for mitochondrial adaptation. I just signed up for everything.
First thing I did was get some new gear. I needed new shoes, and let me tell you, finding the right ones was a pain. I ended up with a pair that felt okay for running, but they were amazing for lifting. They had a wider sole than my old ones, which made a huge difference when I was doing squats and deadlifts.
Then came the actual workouts. Man, it was tough. I started with some basic barbell stuff, just to get back into the groove. I felt like an old man, to be honest. Everything ached, and I was constantly out of breath. But I kept at it, day after day, pushing myself a little harder each time.
My Routine
- Warm-up: Some light cardio and dynamic stretching.
- Workout: I focused on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, overhead presses, and rows. Started with just the bar, then slowly added weight.
- Cool-down: Static stretching and foam rolling. Lots and lots of foam rolling.
I even tried some of those Zone 2 workouts they were talking about. It’s basically just low-intensity cardio, like a brisk walk or a light jog. The idea is to improve your endurance and help your body use energy more efficiently. I felt like I could go for longer periods without feeling like I was dying, which was a plus.
I documented everything, took photos, and even some videos. I shared them online, and people actually started to notice. I got a bunch of likes, some shares, and even some comments. Some people thought I was crazy, others were inspired. I even got a message from someone asking for fitness and nutritional advice. I guess I was onto something.
Looking back, joining the “Bad Decisions Barbell Club” was definitely a questionable decision. But it pushed me out of my comfort zone and got me back into shape. I feel stronger, healthier, and more energetic. It’s been a tough but rewarding journey. Would I recommend it? Maybe. Just be prepared for some pain, some sweat, and a whole lot of bad decisions.
