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weightlifting for women - where to start?

jaztoderan
jaztoderan Posts: 71 Member
edited January 9 in Fitness and Exercise
I've been looking into a few different directions to go. I want to change my body composition by strength training, I am underweight and I want to get rid of my existing bit of fat and get fit. I've seen people recommend "The Rebel Strength Guide" from nerdfitness.com.. although it's a bit pricey I will spend the money if it's worth it. Also have seen "The New Rules of Lifting for Women." Can anyone point me in the right direction? I need a program or plan to follow since I don't really know where to start.

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  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    I'd start with New Rules. It is an excellent program and I learned a lot and had good strength gains from it. I did it 2x actually.

    You can't be intimidated to use racks and stuff like that in the gym though. You'll need access to barbells, dumbbells, weights, a box, etc., if you really want to do it correctly.
  • jaztoderan
    jaztoderan Posts: 71 Member
    Thanks for the advice!
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