New to Weights...Help!!

RougeIllusion

I really want to start incorporating weight training into my normal exercise routine but I have absolutely no idea where to start. Can anyone recommend a training program or app that would be good for a beginner? I go to the gym regularly for cardio so I have access to lots of machines and free weights.

ChrisLindsay9

That's awesome to hear. Especially if you have access to machines and free weights.

In similar posts, I have heard a lot of people recommending "The New Rules of Lifting for Women: Lift Like a Man, Look Like a Goddess"

You might be able to find some suggestions by googling "beginner weight lifting women" , with various articles and videos as hits. Another thing you can do is ask a staff member if he or she has any circuit programs for members. Maybe a personal trainer would be available for a free consult?

There's a database of exercises on bodybuilding.com which could be a resource for you as well. You can filter by muscle group, equipment available, and build a program around that.

Here's a good article that talks about certain weight lifting exercises and a sample weekly schedule:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/womens-strength-training-guide.htm

Good luck to you, and I hope you have great success with incorporating weight training into your fitness program.

vikingdude93

This is a pretty good site that also contains plenty of information for beginners.

http://www.stumptuous.com/

A specific link for your query is http://www.stumptuous.com/category/starting/starting_weight_training

trogalicious

New Rules or Stronglifts.

Boom.




....done.

Bettyeditor

Stronglifts 5x5 is a great program. Simple, but effective! And has an app to track your workouts. There is a MFP group: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women

Nolasmom1223

bump

RougeIllusion

Thanks, I'll check these sites out!