New to lifting

kvachon
kvachon Posts: 24 Member
edited February 13 in Fitness and Exercise
I usually do cardio but want to start strength training. Any tips or exercises I should start with?

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  • piratesluver
    piratesluver Posts: 105 Member
    I am NO expert, so instead I'll tell you what I do:

    The following with weights:
    Lunges (front and back)
    Squats
    Bicep curls
    Tricep extensions
    Front Raises (with straight arms)

    I also do crunches, planks, leg raises and sit-ups to work out my ab/core.

    I do a couple of sets of 10 reps almost every day.
  • BeachGingerOnTheRocks
    BeachGingerOnTheRocks Posts: 3,927 Member
    Go online and download Stronglifts 5x5.

    It's a great place to start.
  • LishieFruit89
    LishieFruit89 Posts: 1,956 Member
    Look into an established program.

    New rules of lifting (any of series)
    Stronglifts 5x5
    Starting Strength
    Blaha 5x5
    Allpro
    Strong Curves
    Nia Shanks' programs.

    My suggestion in Stronglifts.
    Its simple to understand.
    Takes like 40 min.
    Its effective.
    Hits the entire body 3x a week.
  • kvachon
    kvachon Posts: 24 Member
    Thank you
  • kvachon
    kvachon Posts: 24 Member
    I downloaded the app for stronglifts but not sure I can automatically start at like 45lbs
  • Smamfa
    Smamfa Posts: 139 Member
    I can definitely recommend New Rules of Lifting - I really enjoy it.
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    I downloaded the app for stronglifts but not sure I can automatically start at like 45lbs

    I would suggest reading up on it first.
  • RunDoozer
    RunDoozer Posts: 1,699 Member
    The starting weights are set for men in the app. You probably will need to start lower. But as suggested you should read the site/pdf also there is a group on here called stronglifts 5x5 for women and they should be able to help a lot.
  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
    I downloaded the app for stronglifts but not sure I can automatically start at like 45lbs
    you would be surprised:smile:

    if not, use some dumbbells and work your way up to the 45 pound bar.

    trust me, i started almost two years ago at 40 years old and if I can do it you can.
  • WhiteRabbit1313
    WhiteRabbit1313 Posts: 1,091 Member
    I downloaded the app for stronglifts but not sure I can automatically start at like 45lbs

    Many people recommend using a broomstick or standard bar, at first, to practice form before adding weights. I started with Starting Strength after Christmas and was able to begin squatting with the Olympic bar, but could only bench press and Overhead press a standard bar with a little weight added. I'm now at 85 lb. squats, 55 lb. bench, and 55 lb. OHP, and that's me proceeding with extreme caution. So, you gain strength (and confidence) quickly.

    So far, I LOVE lifting! I hope you do, too!
  • kvachon
    kvachon Posts: 24 Member
    Thank you all!!!
  • LishieFruit89
    LishieFruit89 Posts: 1,956 Member
    Also, its great that you're starting this now at the beginning.
    Itll help you retain lean body mass (lbm) and I believe it helps with loose skin a bit for those with lots to lose (I could be wrong, someone please correct me if I am).
    Retaining lbm is a good thing because youll jiggle less as you lose weight. And it means more food.
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