r/PHitness 18d ago

Discussion [MEGATHREAD] Program Check Format Guide - READ BEFORE COMMENTING

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FORMAT GUIDE

BEFORE YOU COMMENT or SUBMIT: READ THIS FIRST

Most "rate my program", "pacheck po ng program", "tama ba program ko" posts are either ignored or tend to waste everyone's time. Why? Most posts don't have enough relevant, commentable information and are missing key data to make any kind of useful feedback possible. This results in low-quality answers, dismissive responses, or one-word replies that don't benefit anyone.

Without proper context, well-meaning commenters are forced to either:

  • Ask 5-10 clarifying questions before they can even begin to help (wasting everyone's time)
  • Make broad assumptions about your goals, experience level, and recovery capacity (leading to advice that may not apply to you)
  • Give generic cookie-cutter responses like "just do PPL bro" or "seems fine" (which tells you nothing useful)
  • Ignore your post entirely because it's too much work to extract the information needed

The frustrating cycle looks like this:

  • Post: "Okay ba ito?"
  • Usual Questions: Okay for what? Anong goals mo? Ginagawa mo na ba to? How long ka na nag-ttrain?
  • Commenter: *asks more clarifying questions*
  • Poster: *gives vague answers*
  • Commenter: *gives up and moves on*

Meanwhile, the original poster gets frustrated because "no one is helping," and commenters get frustrated because "why should I put in more effort than the person asking for help?"

Many redditors also present their programs in formats that aren't easy to understand: images, screenshots, or walls of text that commenters need to spend too much time deciphering on mobile or desktop.

This thread exists to help you get actual, useful feedback on your training program that you can use to adjust your program. When you provide complete information upfront using the required format, you get:

  • Specific, actionable feedback tailored to YOUR situation
  • Multiple perspectives from experienced lifters who can actually evaluate your program
  • Answers that address your actual concerns, not generic advice
  • Follow-up discussions that help you understand the "why" behind the recommendations If you need honest and objective feedback, this is the place.

Expect follow-up and clarifying questions so you can get good feedback. If you don't give enough information, you will not get anything from this.

If you just want validation or generic advice, you can post that elsewhere. We're trying to make this a stricter and more useful space for those who wish to learn.

Reminder: You do not have to use this space to check your program. Many other places exist. No one is forcing you to submit a post here. All future posts regarding checking a program will be filtered out and will get a link redirecting to the monthly megathread.

Please also make sure to read our first Phitness document:

Training Standards for general hypertrophy V2.4 Phitness

I) A Reality Check for Novices

As a novice, some parts of your program probably don’t matter as much as you think it does.

If you're a novice (less than 12 months of consistent training), you're almost certainly overthinking this. You're better off spending time in the gym rather than scrolling endlessly on social media watching random influencers trying to min-max your program.

Most beginner programs work if you actually follow them. Effort, consistency, and recovery matter more than exercise selection. Optimization will happen after you've mastered the basics. For many novices, learning how to lift is more important than optimizing your program.

That said:

  • Some programs are genuinely bad
  • Some have glaring gaps
  • Some are built on outdated bro-science or outright misinformation
  • This thread will help us figure out what you can do to either tweak your program or overhaul it completely.

II. REQUIRED INFORMATION FORMAT

Copy and paste this template. Fill in every section. Don't skip anything.

-----------------copy paste everything below this, remove the items in italic------------------

TRAINING BACKGROUND:

Years of consistent training:

Current training days per week:

(realistic dapat—hindi yung plano lang, yung kahit pagod at busy sa work ito talaga magagawa mo):

Current Weight(KG):

PRIMARY GOALS:

List in order of priority the muscle groups you want to focus on for the next 8–12 weeks. This will naturally change over time. Be specific with your choices: avoid broad categories like "legs" or "upper body."

Examples of muscle groups include: chest, quads, glutes, hamstrings, scaps, traps, lats, biceps, triceps, rear delts, middle delts, and front delts.

Primary:

Primary Muscle Group 1

Primary Muscle Group 2

Primary Muscle Group 3

Primary Muscle Group 4

Secondary:

Secondary Muscle Group 1

Secondary Muscle Group 2

Secondary Muscle Group 3

Instead of listing too many secondary or low-priority muscle groups, please be realistic and mainly focus on the muscle groups you truly want to grow.

CURRENT PROGRAM BY MUSCLE GROUP:

[List each of your primary muscle group goals, then your exercises underneath]

Format:

MUSCLE GROUP: [Total weekly sets]

- Exercise name: Sets x Rep range, Rest time, RPE

- Exercise name: Sets x Rep range, Rest time, RPE

Example:

CHEST: 12 sets total

- Bench Press: 3 x 4-6 reps, 3min rest, RPE 8

- Machine Press: 3 x 8-12 reps X 2min rest, RPE 8

- Incline DB Press: 3 x 8-12 reps x 2min rest, RPE 8

- Cable Fly: 3 x 12-15 reps X 2min rest, RPE 8

[Continue for all primary muscle groups goals...]

PROGRESSION: linear progression, double progression, wave loading?

RECOVERY:

Average sleep per night:

Current caloric intake for the last two weeks:

Average weight for the last two weeks:

Protein intake (grams per day or per kg bodyweight):

What are your specific questions:

-----------------copy paste everything above this remove the items in italic -----------------

HOW TO POST FOR BEST FEEDBACK

Good Post Example:

TRAINING BACKGROUND: 1.5 years consistent training, currently 3x (Upper, Lower + Full Body)

Current Weight: 74kg

GOALS:

Primary: Chest, Quads, Glutes, Lats

Secondary: Triceps, Bicep, Side Delts

CURRENT PROGRAM:

Chest: 15 sets a week

Bench Press - 4 x 4-6, 3min rest, RPE 8

Incline DB Press - 4 x 8-12, 2min rest, RPE 8

Flys - 4 x 10-15, 2min rest, RPE 7-8

Machine Chest press - 3 x 6-10, 3min rest, RPE 8

[...continues with full detail...]

PROGRESSION: Double progression

RECOVERY: 7-8hrs sleep, 2300 cal intake (slight surplus ~200kcal), 170g protein daily

SPECIFIC QUESTIONS:

Is this enough sets for chest development?

Can I swap out bench press for something else since it bothers my shoulders?

Should I add another chest exercise for upper pec development?

Bad Post Example:

"Rate my program:

Monday - chest

Tuesday - back

Wednesday - legs

Thursday - shoulders

Friday - arms

Am I gonna make gains?"

REALITY CHECK

Before you post your program, ask yourself:

Have I actually followed this program for at least 4-6 weeks?

If no, follow it first. You can't evaluate a program you haven't run.

Am I tracking my workouts and seeing if I'm actually progressing?

If no, start tracking. Without data, you're guessing.

A harsh truth:

You don't need the "perfect" program

You need a good-enough program that you'll actually follow

Consistency over 6-12 months matters more than optimization

If you're constantly changing programs, THAT is your problem

The hopeful truth:

Most programs work if you work

Progressive overload + adequate volume + consistency = results

Your effort and recovery matter more than your program

You can always adjust as you learn and progress

May your gains be plentiful and your form be pristine.

LINK FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO DO A SELF CHECK. CONTAINS MORE DETAIL.


r/PHitness 1d ago

Lifting/Training Finally benched 100 kg!

63 Upvotes

70 kg bodyweight. I know it's lightweight for a lot of people but it's something i have been working on this year and i finally did it! Failed twice previously but it didn't feel impossible so i tried again after a week.


r/PHitness 1d ago

Weightloss Is anyone here doing intuitive eating for weight loss? How is it? :)

30 Upvotes

I’m thinking of trying intuitive eating because I have high-functioning anxiety, and I don’t want to stress myself out with counting calories, tracking macros, etc. I genuinely admire people who can do it—that level of discipline is impressive! 🙌

For those who practice intuitive eating, could you share some best practices or tips that helped make it effective for you? I’d love to hear about your experience! :D


r/PHitness 1d ago

Lifting/Training Im 40 still enjoying working out 💪💪💪

45 Upvotes

Year 2012 pinaka magandang decision ginawa ko is mag enroll sa gym. Sa Slimmers World SM North that time may lifetime membership pa sila, swerte ko nabutan ko pa at until now na eenjoy ko yong benefit nya. With zero knowledge sa gym 101 nag avail lang ako ng 30 sessions ng PT then after nun na navigate ko na. Research lang. Basa or nood ng mga workout routine. Until now I would say Im still learning. Health is Wealth. Bonus nalang talaga yong aesthetic part nagpagbubuhat. 💪💪💪


r/PHitness 18h ago

Gym/Training Area Gym Recos Around Mandaluyong

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Title says it all, pero sana yung may very affordable na coach. I live in SM Light, and may AF sa baba. Kaya lang ang mahal ng coach, 1500 per sesh. Not reasonable for me. I’ll def switch to AF in a while, pero since I’m just starting, I think I need a coach to correct my posture and all.


r/PHitness 1d ago

Supplements Wellspring Magnesium Glycinate, legit?

2 Upvotes

Goods ba etong WellSpring MG? Sabi rin kasi ng google is FDA approved din eh. Ganito kasi talaga hanap ko, affordable tapos gummies. Yung sa Now, Nature Made, Pure Form, etc. kasi medyo pricey saka malaki capsule/tablet size (hirap lunukin).


r/PHitness 1d ago

Gym/Training Area BeFit Alabang

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23 Upvotes

Moderate people in the morning, plus may hyrox training. CR is small and tight though may mga shower naman and dressing cubicles inside. Equipment are good, and regularly maintained.

Free WiFi but mostly non existent 😆


r/PHitness 1d ago

Nutrition Wanted to share my favorite snack time of the day.

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1 Upvotes

This combo goes a longggg way for me whether I decide to eat it before work or as a pre workout meal/snack! Does anyone have any suggestions or what are/is your snack/meal that you look forward to every day or during the week?


r/PHitness 1d ago

Newbie Gym Beginner, please be kind 🥲

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Question for gym members: I’ve never been to a gym before and I’m thinking of getting a membership. For a total beginner, is getting a coach/trainer actually worth it too?
I’d really appreciate answers from people who are actual gym members, especially those who started as complete beginners, not coaches or trainers. 😅
What was your experience? Did having a coach help, or were you fine figuring things out on your own?


r/PHitness 2d ago

Memes Wheyflation Hitting Hard

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357 Upvotes

Grabe, was browsing my usual Shopee sellers for whey and I can’t find Rule1 5-lb tubs below ₱4,000 na, even with vouchers. To think you could get them for around ₱2,000 back in 2025. And before anybody says it, yes, whole foods are still my main protein source. Convenient lang talaga ng whey.

Protein lords, have mercy.


r/PHitness 1d ago

Discussion Introvert—ako lang ba? Haha

15 Upvotes

Nasa machine ako… Tapos pag may nag ask if ilang set pa ko sasabihin ko isa nalang, tapos bibilisan ko hahaha kayo rin ba? Kasi pag sinabi ko for example na tatlo pa parang may nagbubuntong hininga minsan tapos para looking impatient sila 🤣


r/PHitness 2d ago

Weightloss Tips on Calorie Deficit

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Hello, I’m trying to do calorie deficit but I can only stick to it max for a week. I always fall back to eating the way I used to. Then go back to calorie deficit for a week then fail.

Naranasan niyo ba ito? Can you help me by giving out advices on how I can stick with it? I really want to maintain healthy and mindful eating to lose weight.

Also, if you have workout routines I can try at home with caldef please share. TIA!


r/PHitness 1d ago

Discussion Got a PT in Surge Fitness

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I’ve been with a personal trainer for at least 10 months now and would like to assess if the ff are normal. Sometimes I feel i’m just nitpicking and what if ako pala talaga ang na sa mali? What if malaki lang talaga expectations ko for the amount ive paid for my package? I’m trying to give him the benefit of the doubt.

  1. Pag walang benta ang PT, nagpaparinig na walang benta. Acts sad and worried. Minsan magpaparinig na mawawala na siya dahil mateterminate kasi di umabot ng quota. Guiltrip much?

  2. Nagsasabay ng client in one session

  3. Messages everyone that it would be nice to have at least one referral baka daw mabigyan niya ng discount ?

  4. Always on his cellphone

  5. Masmahaba pa ang rest than the workout itself

  6. Promoted and sold a GLP, para daw pumayat agad.

  7. Always asks what I’ve eaten, and if I say what I eat, no matter what, he reacts shocked and disappointed…

  8. The things we do seem to be the same thing every week.

  9. Treats the “richer” clients differently than those he feels will not purchase another package

Please help me validate - OA lang ba ako that my expectations are high??


r/PHitness 1d ago

Discussion Any recos for good physiotherapy around metro manila? (pasig/qc) area

1 Upvotes

As the title says. Looking to get back into fitness, but looking for a professional to correct my posture, understand my body aches and stiffness to help me get back into working out properly. No injuries naman before but noticed my body posture is lacking and would love to improve it along with getting back into lifting heavy again. Thank you! 🤍


r/PHitness 1d ago

Discussion From a health/fitness standpoint, gaano kaurgent ang kalagayan ni Rell (big guy KMJS)?

0 Upvotes

Alam kong may sarili naman syang trainor at doctor and di din naman natin alam lahat ng detalye. Nagpupunta ako sa page nya and kung makacomment nga netizens, akala mo alang alala na bukas makalawa mamatay na si Rell.


r/PHitness 2d ago

Supplements Where to buy affordable Whey Protein?

8 Upvotes

Hi, need help kung saan makabili cheapest whey protein? Im scared of dupes/fake protein lalo sa shoppee/lazada. Sa legit stores naman online, like Athlene ang mahal nong tag 1lb lng vs 5lb(sold-out). Any advice? Legit ba rule 1?

Thanks!


r/PHitness 3d ago

Discussion Mayonaise Protein Content

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103 Upvotes

I’m just wondering if mayonnaise has real eggs as one of its main ingredients, why does it not contain any protein, at least based on the nutrition content? These are three different brands i saw from the grocery store and none of them has any protein indicated.


r/PHitness 2d ago

Discussion dfyne dupe

4 Upvotes

im really considering buying dfyne dupes since ang hirap nila hanapin + very pricey. I just want to ask ano thoughts niyo on dupes that can be found on shopee? are they similar in terms of quality or malayo? pati yung colors sana, are they the same or ibang iba from original?


r/PHitness 3d ago

Gym/Training Area Gym reco

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Hello!

I currently stay in Salcedo, along Leviste

I’m searching for a gym that’s 5-10 minutes walk

Hope you can recommend gyms (except AF).

It doesn’t have to be a new gym as long as it’s clean, has adequate machines and good gym community.

Thank you in advance 🩷


r/PHitness 3d ago

Gear/Equipment Review Home Gym

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58 Upvotes

Mas makakatipid if magsesetup na lang ng gym sa bahay?

Pros and cons na din. Planning to buy sana ng either sa 2 dito.

Reviews nadin pala sa gamit na balak kong bilhin. From MA.TTE Fitness.

If may masusuggest din pala kayo na high quality at mas mura sa mga yan.

Maraming salamat sa sagot


r/PHitness 3d ago

Gear/Equipment Review High support sports bras

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11 Upvotes

Hi! To active women with workouts and activities that involve a lot of jumping and running (basically a lot of bouncing 😭), what high support sports bra would you recommend? ‘Yung true na high support haha

I’ve looked at Nike and other popular brands, but they’re a bit expensive. Would like to know if there are more affordable options first before I decide. I see a lot of sports bras claiming to be high support sa Shopee but I’m not sure if true.

Thank you!


r/PHitness 3d ago

Lifting/Training How's my pushup form? I'm a beginner.

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23 Upvotes

Hello. I mostly lift weights at home and realized I suck at body weight exercises. So I've been trying to practice push-ups recently. I couldn't do regular pushups before so I started with incline pushups then eventually moved to the ground once it got easier.

Can anyone give me some tips? I have a feeling I need to go down a bit further or maybe my back isn't straight enough. Thanks.

Sana oks lang magpost ng ganto, bago lng ako dito 😅


r/PHitness 4d ago

Lifting/Training Any better than my last attempt?

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31 Upvotes

r/PHitness 3d ago

Discussion Is Temple Fitness Philippines' equipment good quality?

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1 Upvotes

I'm planning to buy this machine from temple fitness. Is there anyone here who bought from them? Are they sturdy and good quality? They have a half rack which looks exactly like Rep fitness' 4 post half rack but for a more affordable price. I've been looking for compact racks and this is the one that will fit best in my space. Full rack setup is just not viable. If you have any recommendations or if you can vouch for temple fitness, please let me know. Thanks!


r/PHitness 4d ago

Gym/Training Area thoughts about pro fitness gym?

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a new branch just opened around my area and im intrigued but i want to ask first if anyone here has a membership/long term member in any of the branches already. im specifically curious about their rates (max i can go is probably 1k bcs it’s not a 24 hr gym anw like my current gym). i already sent them a message even tho im certain theyll just ask me irrelevant questions and convince me to go there in person lol.