November 2023

Started from a single dumbbell

I touched a barbell for the first time knowing absolutely nothing. This resource exists so no beginner ever feels stranded on the weight floor.

Nov 2023

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The learning curve

My Fitness Journey: Why I Created itsLiftsBasic

My fitness journey began in November 2023. Like most beginners, I had to learn everything from scratch, from gym terminology and muscle groups to proper lifting techniques. After taking a brief break due to a busy schedule, I recently returned to training at a new local gym.

Back on the gym floor, I noticed many beginners, especially younger lifters, struggling with the exact same confusion I once faced. They were unsure how to adjust machines, what exercises to do, or how many sets and reps to perform. Helping them made me realize how much a simple explanation can remove the intimidation of working out.

That inspired me to create itsLiftsBasic. My goal is to break down fitness fundamentals into beginner-friendly guides, machine tutorials, and practical safety tips.

You don't need to know everything before you start, and you don't need to lift the heaviest weights. itsLiftsBasic is a judgment-free space to learn at your own pace. Everyone starts somewhere. Let's master the basics and lift with confidence, one rep at a time.

Core rule

Form comes first, ego stays in the locker room, and resting between sets is not wasted time.

Founder, itsLiftsBasic

Ready for your first visit?

Grab the beginner checklist and step onto the gym floor with complete clarity.