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Thinking about starting a lifting routine, need advice

mdcoug
mdcoug Posts: 397 Member
edited January 18 in Fitness and Exercise
I recently bought and read NROLW. I love the idea of it, but I don't love the need for a gym or the set-up costs (and space). Are there other lifting programs that will let me workout from home with minimal investment? I've really gotten into a groove, waking up at 6am, working out, getting the kids ready for school and on the bus, then heading out to work. I think keeping this routine is a key to my success, at least in this stage of our lives.

Anyway, I have barbells right now--a 2.5-12. 5lb set that goes up in 2.5lb. increments, a 10-50lb. set that goes up in 10 lb. increments, and a 15 lb. set. That's it. I think I may be able to get by with Stage 1 by modifying, but not sure beyond that. I'm willing to add on to my home set-up a bit, but don't have much room. Am I just dreaming that I can see real results with smaller equipment and space? If I'm not dreaming, where should my first investment be?

Also, I could make it to the gym one weeknight and on the weekends.

Thanks in advance.

Replies

  • KathyPBiles
    KathyPBiles Posts: 292 Member
    Very interested in what the responses will be on this. I, too, am thinking about starting a lifting routine, but do not want to join a gym nor invest a large amount of money. I know my health is very important and worth any investment - don't get me wrong -
  • Emtabo01
    Emtabo01 Posts: 672
    I do NROL4W at home with a barbell, dumbbells and a Swiss ball. I've had to do some modifications but I'm on stage 6 and I'm having great progress.
  • mdcoug
    mdcoug Posts: 397 Member
    I do NROL4W at home with a barbell, dumbbells and a Swiss ball. I've had to do some modifications but I'm on stage 6 and I'm having great progress.

    That's great to hear! I think if I tackle my husband's man cave with some organization, I might be able to fit a little more.
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