Strength training

angbieb

I'm looking for a good strength training video that uses weights or bands and has good results. I want to increase muscle and I'm intimidated lifting weights at the gym because I don't know what I'm doing.:blushing:
Any advice or dvd suggestions?

amcmikel

I'm looking for a good strength training video that uses weights or bands and has good results. I want to increase muscle and I'm intimidated lifting weights at the gym because I don't know what I'm doing.:blushing:
Any advice or dvd suggestions?

Angie, I have 2 Leslie Sansone DVDs, 1 uses a resistance band and the other a resistance belt. I love both of them! They are called: Walk away your waistline(3 miles)and Walk it off tone it up(5 miles).

angbieb

I'm looking for a good strength training video that uses weights or bands and has good results. I want to increase muscle and I'm intimidated lifting weights at the gym because I don't know what I'm doing.:blushing:
Any advice or dvd suggestions?

Angie, I have 2 Leslie Sansone DVDs, 1 uses a resistance band and the other a resistance belt. I love both of them! They are called: Walk away your waistline(3 miles)and Walk it off tone it up(5 miles).

Thanks April! Which one do you think tones your arms and abs more?

DavPul

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it. My suggestion would be to read about book about strength training at the gym. New Rules of Lifting for Women is an excellent, easy to understand book.

DVDs and exercise bands can work, but joining a gym and having access to the equipment and weights will get you there a heck of a lot faster.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12919-girls-who-lift-the-guys-who-spot-them

BrainsOnGains

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it.

QFT

squirrell79

If you're a complete beginner and don't mind a bit a bit of an investment, I'd recommend starting with the ChaLean Extreme DVD set. It's a strength training series aimed at new folks, and all exercises can be done with dumbbells. Dumbbells can be bought used or you can use a resistance band. The workouts rotate among 3 weights workouts and 2 of cardio (I don't do the cardio workouts since I do a lot of running).

It is cheaper than a gym membership, and it's very friendly for those who are new to weights. I got my copy used on Amazon and have been quite satisfied. I was coming back to weights after a lengthy hiatus and have found it a way great way to ease back into the swing of things.

yo_andi

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it. My suggestion would be to read about book about strength training at the gym. New Rules of Lifting for Women is an excellent, easy to understand book.

DVDs and exercise bands can work, but joining a gym and having access to the equipment and weights will get you there a heck of a lot faster.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12919-girls-who-lift-the-guys-who-spot-them

All of this is good advice.

Heck, even starting with bodyweight resistance is a great way to ease into lifting things that are heavy...

Check out:

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/

The videos, resistance bands and fluffy weights may seem less intimidating, but why waste time with something that will only get you so far before you stop seeing results because you refuse to pick up heavier and heavier things?

yo_andi

Heck, even starting with bodyweight resistance is a great way to ease into lifting things that are heavy...

Check out:

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/

The videos, resistance bands and fluffy weights may seem less intimidating, but why waste time with something that will only get you so far before you stop seeing results because you refuse to pick up heavier and heavier things?

Oh, and this is one of my favorites:

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/10/26/how-to-not-suck-at-working-out/

cynthiatwayne

If you already are a gym member, the best investment you can make is a few sessions with a personal trainer. If you can't afford that (they can be pretty high priced), usually most gyms will give you a session or two free to familiarize yourself with the equipment.

bizco

These are awesome! Check your local library (I found them there) or Amazon:

Power Body: Kettlebell Bootcamp with Angie Miller

Power Body Series Strength Training With Rob Glick

Jackie Warner also has some good strength training DVDs

Lupercalia

Power Body: Kettlebell Bootcamp with Angie Miller

Do not use this video. If you want to train with kettlebells, use an actual RKC, StrongFirst, or IKFF certified trainer. Other than that, look for books and videos by people with those certifications. Not Jillian Michaels, not this Angie Miller person, not Bob whatever his name is from the Biggest Loser. Just find someone with actual knowledge of how to safely and effectively use kettlebells. Join the MFP kettlebell group for help, if you're interested.

As for the rest, I agree with the people who have suggested conquering your irrational fear of the free weights and just doing it. Join the groups that were linked to, read the books, etc.

There are lots of really helpful, smart, and fun women (and men) on MFP who are experienced lifters--take advantage of this great resource and make real progress in your training.

curvygirl77

I would check out supreme 90, this programs has really great weight lifting DVDs include and the trainer explains everything. The entire program is good and I picked at walmart. Also try the website fitness blender, these trainers have great workouts and it's free

bizco

Power Body: Kettlebell Bootcamp with Angie Miller

Do not use this video. If you want to train with kettlebells, use an actual RKC, StrongFirst, or IKFF certified trainer. Other than that, look for books and videos by people with those certifications.

I use it all the time and have seen great results. Don't need to waste money on certified trainers. Just learn proper form by watching, reading, research. (i.e. "never let your knee go beyond your toes...keep your knee over the top of your foot/ankle."

suelegal

I'm looking for a good strength training video that uses weights or bands and has good results. I want to increase muscle and I'm intimidated lifting weights at the gym because I don't know what I'm doing.:blushing:
Any advice or dvd suggestions?

Get to the gym, use a trainer so you are sure of your form and have him/her design a program for you to build muscle.

angbieb

Hey thanks everybody for all the great advice!

Lupercalia

Power Body: Kettlebell Bootcamp with Angie Miller

Do not use this video. If you want to train with kettlebells, use an actual RKC, StrongFirst, or IKFF certified trainer. Other than that, look for books and videos by people with those certifications.

I use it all the time and have seen great results. Don't need to waste money on certified trainers. Just learn proper form by watching, reading, research. (i.e. "never let your knee go beyond your toes...keep your knee over the top of your foot/ankle."

You really don't know what you're talking about. Knees have to go beyond toes in certain movements. Are you telling me you goblet squat with your knees behind your toes somehow? I'm guessing you mean less than half way down, right? If that's how you do it, you're doing it wrong.

I'm guessing you learned that from your video, right?

Derpes

Lee Hayward has a decent site - if you sign up via email, you will receive a series of videos via email (linked to youtube).

http://leehayward.com/blog/

sunsnstatheart

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it. My suggestion would be to read about book about strength training at the gym. New Rules of Lifting for Women is an excellent, easy to understand book.

DVDs and exercise bands can work, but joining a gym and having access to the equipment and weights will get you there a heck of a lot faster.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12919-girls-who-lift-the-guys-who-spot-them

^ This. Learn to lift.

suelegal

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it. My suggestion would be to read about book about strength training at the gym. New Rules of Lifting for Women is an excellent, easy to understand book.

DVDs and exercise bands can work, but joining a gym and having access to the equipment and weights will get you there a heck of a lot faster.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12919-girls-who-lift-the-guys-who-spot-them

Agreed! New Rules of Lifting for Women is designed for novice lifters and you will get strong and look buff if you do it! No it doesn't happen overnight and yes you have to work HARD, but I tell you it's awesome! You will love lifting!

angbieb

If you don't know how to do something, avoiding it entirely is not an effective way to learn how to do it. My suggestion would be to read about book about strength training at the gym. New Rules of Lifting for Women is an excellent, easy to understand book.

DVDs and exercise bands can work, but joining a gym and having access to the equipment and weights will get you there a heck of a lot faster.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12919-girls-who-lift-the-guys-who-spot-them

Agreed! New Rules of Lifting for Women is designed for novice lifters and you will get strong and look buff if you do it! No it doesn't happen overnight and yes you have to work HARD, but I tell you it's awesome! You will love lifting!

I have this book and I actually decided to go ahead and do the first workout yesterday and OMG!!! I love strength training...I have been doing massive cardio for a long time now..I thought I was in pretty good shape..but after doing this yesterday I can REALLY feel it! NROLW kicked my butt!!