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Weights - where to start?

slouw10
slouw10 Posts: 82 Member
edited February 12 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi everyone! I have seen some great results on MFP when some of you started doing weights. What programme do I start with, how many times and how long a day to start making a difference?

I have lost weight mainly through eating better, but would like to add some tone.

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  • TimElwis
    TimElwis Posts: 56
    I just started using you tube videos. When they got too easy bought heavier weights. Youtube is awesome!
  • SezxyStef
    SezxyStef Posts: 15,267 Member
    There are some great programs out there.

    If you want to buy a book try NROLFW (New Rules of Lifting for women) or SS (starting strength)

    I personally use SL 5x5 (Strong Lift) which is free and there is a great summary here
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women

    The program I use is 3x a week and when I started it was about 30-45mins...now it's 60-75 depending on the workout.

    There are only 2 workouts which you alternate and all of this is detailed in the summary.

    When did I see a difference...wow not long but that was with my strength...I am currently 22 weeks in and can see big differences.
  • jorralee
    jorralee Posts: 74 Member
    Stronglifts 5x5 is a great start for everybody!
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