Weightlifting and confidence...

devilwhiterose

rileyes wrote: »

You can adjust the weight by tapping it. SL5x5 automatically increases your weight every session--it rapidly progresses so it may be wise to start low and focus on form for when the big lifts hit.

I just figured out how to do that. I kept seeing the "Unlock plate calculator" and completely missed the bottom. Duh.

Farback

I'm a 59 year old man lifting with university kids. I could be naked and on fire and they wouldn't notice me. Do your workout and don't worry about what anyone else thinks.

kindrabbit

You can change the weight on the app on your smart phone. Just tap the weight them you can press - to lower it or + to raise it. I have lowered it a couple of times when I didn't feel ready to progress. I started everything at 10kg which is the empty light bar. I think I am on week 8 and just beginning to feel like I'm getting close to maxing out but I surprise myself every time!

Jaedynmoon

Just get in there girl!!! Pop your head phones in and walk in like a boss. Do some research before doing so you have an idea of what you want to do. The stronglifts 5x5 program is a good one to get you back in the weight room and comfortable with the essential movements. Watch videos, practice form, start low and build up from there. Do a set with just the bar to warm up and practice form. Build up from there and track so you can increase the next workout. I'm normally the only girl lifting at my gym and I love it. Make friends with the guys you see often in there and ask questions during their rest if you want to know something. You can do it girl! Everyone in the weight room started somewhere!