Ladies looking to start lifting?

fattpantts23
fattpantts23 Posts: 9 Member
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Hi,

Any ladies out there interested in starting to lift?

I've always been a runner, never a weight lifter. I'm ready for a new challenge and would like to start lifting. Anyone with me? I was considering starting a new group, specifically for us ladies just starting out. I've read posts in other womens lifting groups and I do not (yet) understand all the lingo and concepts. In order to start a group, I would need a few people already interested. Let me know if you'd like to join me!

Those of you ladies who are already where I'd like to be, any tips on getting started?
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  • simbersea
    simbersea Posts: 1,248 Member
    I just started, but I would be interested :)
  • melancholyjen
    melancholyjen Posts: 28 Member
    I'm right there with you. I dread lifting, but know I need to do more of it. Count me in.
  • fattpantts23
    fattpantts23 Posts: 9 Member
    :smile:

    I'll have it up by tomorrow: "Ladies, Let's Lift!"
  • sassyjae21
    sassyjae21 Posts: 1,217 Member
    i'm in!
  • rides4sanity
    rides4sanity Posts: 1,269 Member
    I'm just coming back from a shoulder injury and just got cleared to start lifting again. I'd love a beginner group!
  • sschneider1202
    sschneider1202 Posts: 35
    I'm in!!!
  • emmygreen21
    emmygreen21 Posts: 1
    Count me in!!!
  • Codilee87
    Codilee87 Posts: 509 Member
    I prefer lifting over cardio any day of the week, but I am looking to bump up my weights and start putting on more lean muscle.
  • Corpsebride81
    Corpsebride81 Posts: 1,188 Member
    I would quite like to start lifting but have no clue where to start so I'm in :) anyone got any pointers x
  • lindsaylove07
    lindsaylove07 Posts: 444 Member
    I'm all about it! I have started lifting recently, not so sure how to do it all.
  • snowbear1005
    snowbear1005 Posts: 79 Member
    I'm in. I did strength training before with great results and am familiar with the exercises, but am just re-starting after a long time away from the gym.
  • KellySue67
    KellySue67 Posts: 1,006 Member
    I'd be interested. I do some lifting now, but really want to bump it up.
  • Dragonwolf
    Dragonwolf Posts: 5,600 Member
    I'm interested. I can't say I'm "just starting out," but I could probably help others. :flowerforyou:

    As for getting started, check out the books Starting Strength or New Rules of Lifting, and Mark Riptoe's Youtube videos on lifting form (even if you don't understand all the lingo yet, form is very important, and you can at least follow the pictures).
  • dizchic77
    dizchic77 Posts: 16 Member
    I would be interested. Thanks.
  • AusAshMommy
    AusAshMommy Posts: 845 Member
    Count me In! I just hit my 1/2 way point and am looking to maybe start lifting as well!
  • Iron_Feline
    Iron_Feline Posts: 10,750 Member
    I suggest joining a group if you do not know what you are doing. Those ladies do and you will gain valuable knowledge reading the posts and will soon learn the lingo.

    That's how I learnt. Groups are great - but how will you learn if everyone in your group is new to lifting?

    I'd join a group and start a new thread for newbies starting out - best of both worlds :bigsmile:

    Good luck with your lifting goals. I'm starting 5x5 this week - I highly recommend the book New Rules of Lifting for Women, even if you don't follow the programme it is full of information. :flowerforyou:
  • Kerrygirlinmaldon
    Kerrygirlinmaldon Posts: 32 Member
    I'm in. I have just started, did first workout Sunday with trainer, was still sore/stiff this morning! Lol
  • stellcorb
    stellcorb Posts: 294 Member
    I'd like to give it a try!
  • quellybelly
    quellybelly Posts: 827 Member
    My lifting adventure started off with Stronglifts (SL). I really enjoyed it and got good results. I would recommend it to any ladies new to lifting because it's pretty simple and straightforward :)

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

    ETA: Friends of mine have also done New Rules of Lifting for Women (NROLFW). I don't have a link for that but I'm sure you can find a lot of posts in the forums about it!
  • PatriciaDC
    PatriciaDC Posts: 17 Member
    I do alot of running too, and my 2014 goal was to start lifting! I'm in with you!!
  • lea_sparkles
    lea_sparkles Posts: 6 Member
    I'm in! I just started NROLFW on Monday and have done 2 sessions so far. Just starting out but really enjoyed it so far.
  • LovePBandJ
    LovePBandJ Posts: 288 Member
    I believe in lifting over cardio. Not that cardio is bad, don't take it that way. You are going to love your body if you start lifting heavy. I've been doing all of the basic lifts for a year now and have decided to shake it up and now I'm following the New Rules of Lifting for Women. That is an excellent guide to help you find your way into lifting heavy. There is a New Rules of Lifting for Women group here at MFP. Maybe worth checking out. It could be a good avenue to help you find your way.

    Now, go pick stuff up! :)
  • disneygallagirl
    disneygallagirl Posts: 515 Member
    I am reading the NRoL4W.....I'm in.
  • SweetPea_7
    SweetPea_7 Posts: 249 Member
    dont be afraid of the other lifting groups! there are newbies on there too. when i started i lurked a lot, but i also learned a lot. if you friend people who already lift, you will learn more than just have a group of newbs (no offense).... just sayin.

    friend me if you like. I LOVE lifting. i have completed NR4W and also NRAbs. I started Supercharged, and ive dabbled in SL5x5, but i have had to step away from it due to a screwy home life. Im picking up Kettlebell now, until i can get back under the squat rack.

    look at joining the New rules for women group... the girls in there are really awesome and very helpful!
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    I suggest joining a group if you do not know what you are doing. Those ladies do and you will gain valuable knowledge reading the posts and will soon learn the lingo.

    That's how I learnt. Groups are great - but how will you learn if everyone in your group is new to lifting?

    I'd join a group and start a new thread for newbies starting out - best of both worlds :bigsmile:

    Good luck with your lifting goals. I'm starting 5x5 this week - I highly recommend the book New Rules of Lifting for Women, even if you don't follow the programme it is full of information. :flowerforyou:

    All of this
  • kirstenleo
    kirstenleo Posts: 23 Member
    I would love to join in...started MFP 2 years ago...have lost 55 lbs so far...just started lifting more and would love the support...count me in
  • fattpantts23
    fattpantts23 Posts: 9 Member
    Thanks for all the great ideas! I've been doing Bodypump for six months, so looking to transition into "lifting" without the class. Now to find these books....
  • pteryndactyl
    pteryndactyl Posts: 303 Member
    I'm in! I started NROLFW last week. I just did my 4th workout (Stage 1 B) this afternoon.
  • fattpantts23
    fattpantts23 Posts: 9 Member
    It's here ->
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/18724-ladies-let-s-lift
  • Greytfish
    Greytfish Posts: 810
    Just getting back into it, but yes.

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