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Weight Training??

MakingMyDreamsComeTrue2015
MakingMyDreamsComeTrue2015 Posts: 163 Member
edited November 2023 in Getting Started
Hey everyone!! I have a question about.. You guessed it! Weight training. I am (sadly) at 338.8lbs and I know that as much as I hate it, weight training is an important factor in weight loss. So Being a complete noobie at this, with no idea what to do. What would you suggest I do? I don't want to bulk up really but I have heard that you burn more fat/calories when you have more muscle. If that is even true. Help?!

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  • RobynMWilson
    RobynMWilson Posts: 1,540 Member
    Yes it's VERY true! I'm proof! I'm 41 yrs old and eat 2000 cals most days because of weight training! And I used to be obese as a kid so it's certainly not genetics! I'm sending a FR now :)
  • TamaraKat
    TamaraKat Posts: 533 Member
    From my understanding; the more muscle mass you develop, the higher your basal metabolic rate will be [which is how many kcals your body uses without added exercise - all the energy your body needs to function]. So weight training is very beneficial in that aspect.
    -You also don't have to worry about bulking at this point, I'm yet to see a woman who does weight training and looks like a tank without added enhancements.
    -In terms of launching into it, it's what you feel comfortable doing. Some people prefer pin loaded and some people prefer free weights. Try a bit of everything and take it from there. Never forget to train your legs too! :bigsmile:
  • dangerousdumpling
    dangerousdumpling Posts: 1,109 Member
    I'm convinced that it's the best way to get a better body and not just a smaller body. It reshapes and firms up your body. And you will not get bulky. And the added bonus is that you can EAT more.
  • TamaraKat
    TamaraKat Posts: 533 Member
    I'm convinced that it's the best way to get a better body and not just a smaller body. It reshapes and firms up your body. And you will not get bulky. And the added bonus is that you can EAT more.

    ^I agree full-heartedly. Tis the reason why I weight train too.
  • howardheilweil
    howardheilweil Posts: 604 Member
    You're not going to bulk up if you're eating at a caloric deficit, which you should be. That said, resistance training will be a great compliment to your current regimen. There is a plethora of information in these forums that will help you. Use the search button and review some threads on this same topic. Good luck!
  • athenalove46
    athenalove46 Posts: 182 Member
    Weight training is possibly one of the best things you can do for your body! Excellent for losing body fat, increasing your metabolism, and just overall feeling like a bada$$! I would recommend you hop on over to Nia Shanks' site called "Lift Like A Girl." She has many programs, but I would suggest you checking out her "Beautiful Badass" program. Simple, to the point, and especially for a newb not too technical (as in, it's essentially a bare bones program....no fancy moves or anything). Good luck! You got this!

    Also wanted to throw in there, have you ever heard of Eat More 2 Weigh Less? There is a group on here, I'd think it would be well worth your time to check it out. :)
  • MakingMyDreamsComeTrue2015
    MakingMyDreamsComeTrue2015 Posts: 163 Member
    Thank you everyone for your input!! It's good to see so many people able to help ^^
  • Rayman79
    Rayman79 Posts: 2,009 Member
    I agree with the above. If I could go back in time I would slam my younger-self until I got in the gym and lifted stuff. Seriously I'd give that little pansy-arsed fat boy a good talking to! :grumble:

    YOU WILL NOT GET BULKY - EVER. PERIOD. This is a ridiculous misconception. Check out the success pages and search for 'women who lift'. Have a look at one of the best MFP success stories too, her username is Sarauk2sf - sorry to embarrass you by singling you out Sara :bigsmile: . She lifts more than most guys and looks fine as hell - even kept her ample badonk! :laugh:

    Start off with light exercises or body weight, you dont even have to go into a gym if you dont want to.Pushups, squats, pullups on the dining table - there are heaps of ways to start to develop some strength.

    DO IT!!
  • NinjaMaid
    NinjaMaid Posts: 48 Member
    Try a Strong class or Zumba tone to start. You can use light weights combined with aerobics. You might also try weight circuits 2-3 times a week. I've been doing Strong classes for about one month and it really helps with energy.
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