Today I did 4 reps bench pressing with a pair of 27.5 kilograms dumbells. Am I a beginner?

[Vivaldi]

Today I did 4 reps bench pressing with a pair of 27.5 kilograms dumbells. Am I a beginner?

[Anonymous]

That's an understatement. I've been doing the same weight lately, but in sets of 10, 3 or 4 times per workout, twice a day, 5 days a week... and you're 10 years older than me.

That wasn't meant to be an empty insult, but constructive criticism. It's up to you whether you take it personally or use it as motivation.

[Vivaldi]

So I am a beginner?

[Opinion Owner]

Well I may have misunderstood what you wrote. Are the dumbbells 27kg together or 27kg each?

[Vivaldi]

Each.

[Opinion Owner]

I don't really believe that, but regardless, if you can only do 4 reps, it is too heavy for you. You should be using a weight that you can lift 8-12 times before muscle failure. If you can only lift less than 8, it's too heavy, and if you can lift more than 12, it's too light.

[Vivaldi]

You don't believe me? For what reason?

[Vivaldi]

The question was if I was beginner or not. Anyway. You seem to be so much more begginer than me anyway.

[Vivaldi]

I've been doing dumbell bench press for about 8 or 9 months at home. I guess I am still at beginner level.