I just started this January. Started out benching 5 on each side and now im at 35 and still climbing(but bit more slowly now) My friend got me into the gym and shows me all the proper ways so i dont kill myself. Its also nice to go with a friend to push your self i mean he might be able to lift more than me but when it comes to abs and running i can do alot more than he can. I go to the gym everyday after school at Work out world. Im 5'8" and 132 hoping to get nice and big for lacrosse only thing thats been on my mind lately. Happy lifting everyone!