Strength training at home for beginners..

gonnadoit32

Hi! I'm a SAHM that lives in the boonies and would like to try strength training at home as opposed to driving a long while to the gym. I have some dumbells (husbands) and a large weight bar thingy. Are there some you tube vids anyone can recommend, or some advice for doing this at home without all the fancy machines? I'd like to start slow obviously and not spend too much $$. Can this be done, or is it only for the gym with a trainer?

wellbert

Good news: Weight training is best done without fancy machines.

You can do deadlifts at home easily and safely (providing good form.)
Stuff like Squats can get sketchy. Getting the bar on and off your back when it gets over a certain weight can be tough, and without a power rack, you really don't have anywhere to dump it if you miss a rep.

Bench press is also dangerous without at least a spotter. And you need a bench.

In any case, start with some good reading. form is paramount. New rules of weightlifing for women....

anorrybot

I was doing an internet search to look for a good program I could do and this looks promising. Keep at it and the weight will come off. http://www.shelterpub.com/_fitness/_weight_training/dumbbell_training.html

elelat

HI, This a routine I do on Saturdays when I dont go to the gym. It focuses to tone up the chest. I dont have equipment. You will love what she uses for equipment...
the sad thing is that the lady is speaking in spanish, you decide if you want to follow movements or not.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqydj1J9JGQ&list=FLPqvYMDa1_gAPE-7yhlElIA&index=3&feature=plpp_video

Do a search on tone up what ever...

MrsLVF

You sure can!
I do all my strength training @ home with Olympic barbell & bench, dumbbells, E-Zcurlbar, & tower of power(pullup/dip station)


Some good books to get:
"Anatomy for Strength and Fitness Training for Women" and" The New Rules of Lifting for Women"

Mompanda4

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plhv19

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HMD7703

Love Jamie Eason!!!
Jamie Eason's LiveFit Trainer - Phase 1: Building Muscle
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jamie-easons-livefit-phase-1.html?mcid=TC-jelivefit&rmid=jamie_eason_livefit_week1&rrid=6884380

Also, check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kwwiB0-49M

minadeathclutch

Hi! I'm a SAHM that lives in the boonies and would like to try strength training at home as opposed to driving a long while to the gym. I have some dumbells (husbands) and a large weight bar thingy. Are there some you tube vids anyone can recommend, or some advice for doing this at home without all the fancy machines? I'd like to start slow obviously and not spend too much $$. Can this be done, or is it only for the gym with a trainer?

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Alpine005

hope this helps.

http://www.sport-fitness-advisor.com/dumbbellexercises.html

There are some great DVDs like Power 90 or P90x. Resistence bands are pretty cheap too.

IAmJeanaK

Yes it can be done at home. I'm doing it. YouTube has a lot of great workout videos. Believe me, I've been all threw them. Also check out SparkPeoples YouTube Channel. Lot of good videos there.

mooglysmom

I was wondering the same thing!

We have a weight machine thing, but I hate it. I use it, but I hate it, lol. It's a Weider Pro something. I hate that it doesn't even tell me how much weight I'm pulling :grumble: And, there isn't that many exercises I can do on it. Being short, its hard to reach all the things on it. And its boring... But, it should still help me tone, right?

Ladyiianae

Hi! I'm a SAHM that lives in the boonies and would like to try strength training at home as opposed to driving a long while to the gym. I have some dumbells (husbands) and a large weight bar thingy. Are there some you tube vids anyone can recommend, or some advice for doing this at home without all the fancy machines? I'd like to start slow obviously and not spend too much $$. Can this be done, or is it only for the gym with a trainer?

check out my blog!!

Can you share where your blog is? i'd like to check it out as well

Xaspar

This is the one I am using right now:

http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/dumbbell-only-home-or-gym-fullbody-workout.html

I have an aversion to gyms (membership fees) so do what I can at home ...

kel7298

DVD's

1. Chalean Extreme - excellent strength workout
2. Cathe Friedrich - Slow & Heavy or Muscle Max
3. Kelly Coffey-Meyer - 30 min to fitness or muscle definition

Books

1. NRFLW
2. Women's Guide to Muscle and Strength

bjz82much

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shamrck44

Hi-
This is a 6 week bootcamp style workout, and the moves are similar to what I do with my trainer. It is a good home workout, you will get sore!

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/workout-routine

confuzzledwife

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Karmarie24

I'm doing the New Rules all at home with a bench, bar, and adjustable weight dumbbells! I'm seeing awesome results so far!

monicaroozo

bump... very interested in strength training at home as well

Smuterella

Hey - any info on how you altered the programme to manage this would be great as am thinking of doing this myself. :-)

qkidney

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kel7298

Hi-
This is a 6 week bootcamp style workout, and the moves are similar to what I do with my trainer. It is a good home workout, you will get sore!

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/workout-routine

This looks really interesting

Lena1967

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janeinspain

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kel7298

This is the one I am using right now:

http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/dumbbell-only-home-or-gym-fullbody-workout.html

I have an aversion to gyms (membership fees) so do what I can at home ...

This one too!

astrampe

I just bought a book "Smart girls do Dumbells" it looks like it might do the trick - meant for home use and needs dumbells, maybe a stability ball and a straightback chair.
She does benchpresses on the floor, so no need to panic if you don't have a bench...
She uses "light" dumbells, but I've been doing it with up to 35lbs in each hand (for deadlifts, side bends etc) and lighter 10/17.5 each for arms (which I still suck at!)
Can't remember the author's name, but search for it on Amazon....
Another basic dvd is the "Great dumbell dvd" :laugh: Funny name, but really dry and basic stuff with excellent tips on form, and even a few complete workouts that you can follow...
Good luck!

atomicspud

Hello,

I'm a major proponent for body weight workouts. If you're interested, let me know.

Regards,

Perry

blueeyedcristi

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sacha_1987

Bump - thank you :flowerforyou: