weights for beginner

emzyloo88
emzyloo88 Posts: 145 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hey I've been advised to start adding some weights to my running when on rest days. How should I start. I dnt go to the gym. What will I need..relatively cheap as well would be good. Are kettle bells good !!! Thanks guys x

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  • Famoux
    Famoux Posts: 5
    A dumbbell would do just fine. However, running with weights is only recommended for short distances as running is already a high impact activity. Weights would also affect your natural balance so you would be forcing your arms to swing synchronously with your legs. It might actually harm you if you do not master it.
  • mlnick69
    mlnick69 Posts: 84
    http://www.fitnessblender.com/

    Pretty cool site. You can customize and watch like a exercise dvd.
  • MG_Fit
    MG_Fit Posts: 1,143 Member
    A few of the ladies on my FL have started here:

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  • alikonda
    alikonda Posts: 2,358 Member
    If you don't want to invest in equipment/head to a gym, body weight exercises are a great way to go (and will benefit you as a runner). Focus on core strength for better running alignment/posture. Leg exercises are a no-brainer, but consider some jumping HIIT moves if you want to improve speed/balance.

    Check out this article http://running.competitor.com/2012/07/training/workout-of-the-week-bodyweight-strength-session_18999 for some starting ideas.

    If overall fitness is your goal, any weight lifting routine can be beneficial, but if your focus is running, your time would be better spent doing exercises that will directly benefit your running power/speed/etc.

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