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Considering Weight Training

slgthatsme
slgthatsme Posts: 79
edited February 10 in Fitness and Exercise
I have access to a gym a couple of times a week and usually do aquafit. However, Tuesday nights I have to be in the same town as my gym for 3 hours but there isn't any aquafit or other program that I would normally use. I am curious about incorporating some weight training into my workouts but I have fibromyalgia so I have to be careful about how I do things. I don't have the money for a trainer nor do I know anyone that works out. I am feeling lost as to how to do this, no idea how to use the equipment and don't know what to do. How do I go about learning this stuff without looking like a moron and not doing myself harm?

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  • Goal179
    Goal179 Posts: 314 Member
    I have had some similar questions about how to get started. Everyone suggested this book as a great starting place, it has pics of how to do the weights, tips on eating, proper form and a full 8 week workout routine (may be more weeks but I can't remember). It is super affordable on Amazon. The New Rules of Lifting for Women: Lift Like a Man, Look Like a Goddess.

    They also have a site with free downloads. http://www.thenewrulesoflifting.com/

    If will answer some of your basic questions about why, how and the benefits. There are also many forums out on MFP that canhelp. I am still doing research myself and trying to learn so I don't have all of the answers. I hope this is helpful. Lastly, there is a group on MFP called New Rules of Lifting for Women. They are BEASTS and they know this stuff really well. Consider joining them. Good luck =0))))
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    Just pic a few basics, like squats, overhead press, and pulley rows. Start with only a few and learn proper form by watching them online. You can slowly add to your repertoire as you gain experience.
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
    Another vote for sticking to the basics to start with, but with fibromyalgia I'd start extra light, build up very slowly and get advice from your doctor.

    http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/features/fibromyalgia-and-exercise-yes-you-can?page=2

    You might want to consider resistance bands too.
  • Ervie317
    Ervie317 Posts: 179 Member
    Some fitness magazines also will have ideas fo lifts and they show you nice pictures. Muscle and Fitness Hers is a good one. They often show full body circuts in them. Also, I know a lady who has fibromyalgia and she has said that weight training actual helps her to feel better, I do not know if that is the case for everyone though.
  • slgthatsme
    slgthatsme Posts: 79
    BerryH thanks for the link. I have resistance bands here at home so maybe I will begin with those.
  • Bditbobcat
    Bditbobcat Posts: 171 Member
    Starting Strength and Stronglifts 5x5 are two of the best starter programs. Good Luck!
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