Lifting with Caroline Girvan 2024: What's not to love?!

Tricep push ups are really hard! I was amazed the first time I did one, but I can still only manage maybe 3, then I switch the cobra.

I’m oddly very good at dips on a chair, but feeling confident I tried one on some bars at the park and couldn’t move an inch so I wouldn’t buy some for myself just yet!

@Cherryblossom81 you've been so consistent I'm so happy for you your work is paying off and you're seeing results! Talking of dips, I'm thinking of getting some push up bars like the ones Caroline uses, but seeing how she struggles I'm not sure it's worth it as I'd probably only manage one or two!
How tall are all of you? I'm 5'8 and so things like pull ups, presses, squats etc are harder because of longer limbs so harder to get full range of motion.

Totally here for that @Cherryblossom81 . Before I started doing weights I could only do pushups on my knees. When I started CG I couldn't do a single tricep pushup. And I'm still not knocking them out easily (especially the deadstop ones), and I'm still not as strong as CG, but sometimes your progress does suddenly become visible to you and you're like... Whoa.

Morning all. I know lots of change/progress is very gradual (and I sometimes question if I am actually making any progress), but earlier this morning I've just had one of those moments where I've realised that I must be getting stronger....

This will probably sound ridiculous, but when I started CG workouts last April, I couldn't even do one dip. I think it was a mixture of lack of strength but particularly my tiny and weak wrists. For a long time, I weakly attempted one dip, then had to rest while Caroline was continuing and then maybe managed one more dip at the end. However, this morning I did dips for the whole time (I think it was 45 seconds)! And to make me smile even more - Caroline paused part way through and I kept going!

Sorry for the essay. I don't talk about any of this with anyone in real life (just quietly get up early and do these workouts and then get on with my day).

Mostly that the 100 rep finishers are BRUTAL. 😁

I don't have strong preferences between programmes tbh, other than that I like one with HIIT especially since I can't currently run. I'm enjoying Epic Endgame and it's working me hard.

What are your thoughts on Epic Endgame? I am planning to do that after finishing Epic 3, which I'm about half way through. I've already done Epic Heat, Iron and Fuel and YT.

I enjoyed Fuel because I liked the cardio element.

@Fucketbucket I do a mix of home and gym as I have subsidisied gym access at the office and am in 3 days a week. As @pharmachameleon says, my gym does have a bigger range of weights whereas I only have 2.5kg increments at home. At home I cast to the TV, at the gym I just use headphones and my phone.

@Fucketbucket yes I sometimes do the CG workouts at the gym but mostly do them at home now that I've got lots of weights. At the gym I just start the workout on n my phone, put my earphones on and go for it. The benefit of the gym is seeing your form in the mirror and the bigger selection of weights.

That's a shame, Epic 2 is one of my favourite YouTube programmes but I understand about the time constraint. I'm sure you won't regret subscribing to the App if you decide to do so!

Hi Folks, I'm keen to try CG and follow a couple of FB groups. I'm 45 and seriously needing to shape up. I used to be fairly fit and strong but busy life and work has got in way.
Does anyone do the CG workouts at the gym?

I'm closing in on the end of Epic Endgame on YT. I've also done Epic I and III, Epic Heat, and Iron (YT version). Haven't done Epic II because a 1hr session doesn't really work for my life. Contemplating doing Fuel on YT just for completeness and then I'll have to make a decision about the app...

Ignore that - I've found the answer.

I have done Iron, Fuel, Epic Heat and currently doing Epic 3 on YouTube. Based on what I've read here, I think I might do Epic Endgame and then get the app. I saw on Facebook that she has a new programme coming out that is approximately 30 minutes per workout, which is perfect for me on busy work days.

I think with the app you can cast to TV? I would struggle just looking at my phone.

Also, another question about the app - what do you all watch it on? I only really have access to a laptop and my phone in the room I use. I think it will be too small on my phone. Can I access the app just online on my laptop (it's not Apple)?

The app is definitely worth it! I’ve had it since May and just broke the 200 workout barrier. I’ve never done the same workout twice and even between programmes and on holiday have such a wide choice in terms of length, intensity and equipment used. The bodyweight ones are no joke!

Thank you @BigButtons and @Gobacktotheworld I'm currently on Day 41 of Epic Heat, so I think I'll finish this program and then move over to the app. (I still can't quite believe this is now such a regular part of my life. I had not ever even touched a dumbbell until April last year!)

@BigButtons and @samthebordercollie
That's interesting and helpful to hear your feedback on the app. I still have quite a few more programs that I've not completed on YouTube, but would you recommend that I move from YouTube and pay for the app?

Since starting CG workouts last year, I've done 4 or 5 per week every week, so I am willing to part with some money if you recommend the app/think it would be better than continuing on YouTube?

Also, I can't seem to find an answer to what the cost is? I'm sure it must say somewhere, but I can only see how to get the free trial and not the actual cost. Can anyone tell me the cost (in pounds)?

This!
There is so much on the App now (not just workouts) and as @BigButtons says Caroline really has taken her programming to the next level, drawing on different scientific research and giving us workouts such as the 10 x 10 format, pre and CV post exhaust, clusters etc. I did all the YouTube programs (except Fuel) and loved them but rarely go back to YouTube for any workouts now as there is so much content on the App

There are literally hundreds of workouts on youtube for free,I am currently working my way through all of her series and standalone workouts before i commit to the app,

The iron series on YouTube is not the same as Iron on the App. Similar format (heavy slow.lifting), same tile but I found Iron on the App a little more varied.

@idkt I'm probably not the best person to answer, as I've not got the app yet...

The first series I did was Iron on YouTube. (Not sure if this is the same as Iron on the app, but I found it a good first series when I started CG workouts last year.)