creative ideas for adapting workouts?
katies180
Posts: 11 Member
Hi everybody,
I have just started NROL4W, but the slight obstacle I have is lack of access to a gym.
I have dumbells (adjustable up to 50kgs), and a swiss ball, but do not have the money (nor space in my appartment) to buy a barbel or bench. I have always used my coffee table as a bench or step for previous workouts (it is sturdy!).
I have searched the forum for similar posts, but with no luck, so sorry if this has already come up before.
Has anyone else been able to modify the program with limited equipment? The seated row for example... I do these with dumbells, but I am pretty sure that I am engaging different muscles from those I would if I were on a machine? I know for a fact I am limited to the weight I use as a result. And any ideas for wide grip lat pull down?
I live on a mountain, which is fabulous for an sporty life style, but as I mentioned gyms are hard to come by, and the one I did find only had cardio equipment (which makes no sense to me at all). And the little lady looked at me oldly when I asked in french where the muscle stations were, apparently that is not something french women "do".
Any help would be muchly appreciated!
Katie
I have just started NROL4W, but the slight obstacle I have is lack of access to a gym.
I have dumbells (adjustable up to 50kgs), and a swiss ball, but do not have the money (nor space in my appartment) to buy a barbel or bench. I have always used my coffee table as a bench or step for previous workouts (it is sturdy!).
I have searched the forum for similar posts, but with no luck, so sorry if this has already come up before.
Has anyone else been able to modify the program with limited equipment? The seated row for example... I do these with dumbells, but I am pretty sure that I am engaging different muscles from those I would if I were on a machine? I know for a fact I am limited to the weight I use as a result. And any ideas for wide grip lat pull down?
I live on a mountain, which is fabulous for an sporty life style, but as I mentioned gyms are hard to come by, and the one I did find only had cardio equipment (which makes no sense to me at all). And the little lady looked at me oldly when I asked in french where the muscle stations were, apparently that is not something french women "do".
Any help would be muchly appreciated!
Katie
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For the seated row, I did bent over rows. For the wide grip lat pull down, I used a resistance band for awhile until I snapped it Then, I did knees to elbows from a pull up bar instead. Google alternatives and you'll find something you can live with. As long as you're lifting heavy and progressing, it's all good!0
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Bodybuilder.com is a great resource for alternative moves, however you will reach a point where not having a barbell will start to limit your progress (especially with legs).0
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Thank you both for replying. I will look into it, just wasn't sure where to look, as the internet searches spew loads of stuff out, and then when you read into them there are conflicting vienws. Suppose nobody agrees on what is the best alternative, as muscles are worked differently with different exercises.I have been putting money aside to get a barbel, but when the unwanted costs of life get in the way...car repairs, and un expected bills...I keep finding my "ME" money depleted!
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Katie, I understand about having to wait on money. I also had to wait a few months before I could finally buy a barbell. I bought a standard bar from Amazon. It's shorter and fits in my living room just fine. Works just fine and will for quite awhile, I think.
Compound muscle moves is the concept that drives New Rules. So, if you find an alternative that works several muscle groups, go ahead and try it. The whole point is to lift heavy, progressively and make your body work. If you feel like that is happening, it doesn't really matter which exercise is getting it done.0 -
I workout at home and don't have a cable machine. So, for lat pulldowns and seated rows I use resistance bands.0
