Weights: what to start with?
zingdak
Posts: 14 Member
Hello all,
I did read all the threads previously but I'm not sure I found a discussion about what weights to start with. If I missed it can you please relink(searching sub forums seems unintuitive on mfp)?
For those of you who were in the ball park of my stats (5'6", 167 lbs), what weights did you start lifting at? How do I determine the right starting weight? I am lifting from home and so need to know what to purchase.
TIA!
Edit: I realize my stats may not be a useful measure to provide.
I did read all the threads previously but I'm not sure I found a discussion about what weights to start with. If I missed it can you please relink(searching sub forums seems unintuitive on mfp)?
For those of you who were in the ball park of my stats (5'6", 167 lbs), what weights did you start lifting at? How do I determine the right starting weight? I am lifting from home and so need to know what to purchase.
TIA!
Edit: I realize my stats may not be a useful measure to provide.
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Hey there, I strongly recommend that you check out the StrongLifts 5x5 for Women group here on MFP. They are fantastic and have a ton of FAQ. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/4618-stronglifts-5x5-for-women
Generally, you start with a weight you can lift. for at least 5 repetitions, but not more than 8 or 10 (then it's too light). Get in there an experiment with an empty barbell or the dumbbell that looks like it would be tough, but manageable.0
