Not sure if this counts

gracielynn1011
gracielynn1011 Posts: 726 Member
So, I'm not sure this counts as "heavy" lifting, but I found a dumbbell only workout on muscle and strength.com. I only have dumbbells right now, no bench or anything, so I thought this would be good for me. I used 5 lb weights to start with, recommended by a friend who is an experienced lifter. I didn't think they were heavy enough, and when I finished the workout, I was sweaty and my arms and legs were trembling. Maybe I am not as strong as I thought, but I am hoping to work my way up to using actual heavy weights. I hope none of you laugh at me for being a wimp, but I'm proud to have made a start, albeit a small one. :happy:

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  • lcuconley
    lcuconley Posts: 734 Member
    ya gotta start somewhere! Congrats on getting going...good luck with progressing!!
  • Livingdeadgirl44
    Livingdeadgirl44 Posts: 264 Member
    I'd be interested in seeing that workout for the days when I can't get to the gym. Do you have a link?
  • freezerburn2012
    freezerburn2012 Posts: 273 Member
    "Heavy" is a relative term. What's heavy for one person might not be heavy for another. If it felt heavy to you, then yes, it counts!