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Dumbbell Workout Suggestions?

RibStabsHeart
Posts: 71 Member
Hey everyone, newbie here!
I was wondering who all has had good results from working out at home with a set of dumbbells. I can't afford to join a gym at the moment, and already have a set of modifiable dumb bells that can go up to 50lbs or so, so I figured this would be a good way to help create some muscle. I walk for about 30 minutes a day (so I'm getting some cardio in there), but I'd like to step things up and ensure I keep burning once I get home.
Does anyone have any reccomendations for routines, or youtube videos/DVDs I can find on the subject? My biggest concern is staying safe while I work out (as I already have crappy wrists and elbows) and not tweaking anything, so any suggestions you might have would be great!
Thanks!
I was wondering who all has had good results from working out at home with a set of dumbbells. I can't afford to join a gym at the moment, and already have a set of modifiable dumb bells that can go up to 50lbs or so, so I figured this would be a good way to help create some muscle. I walk for about 30 minutes a day (so I'm getting some cardio in there), but I'd like to step things up and ensure I keep burning once I get home.
Does anyone have any reccomendations for routines, or youtube videos/DVDs I can find on the subject? My biggest concern is staying safe while I work out (as I already have crappy wrists and elbows) and not tweaking anything, so any suggestions you might have would be great!
Thanks!
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Check this out and don't miss the links to beginner, intermediate and advanced workouts depending upon your current level.
http://scoobysworkshop.com/home-workout-plans/0 -
Hey everyone, newbie here!
I was wondering who all has had good results from working out at home with a set of dumbbells. I can't afford to join a gym at the moment, and already have a set of modifiable dumb bells that can go up to 50lbs or so, so I figured this would be a good way to help create some muscle. I walk for about 30 minutes a day (so I'm getting some cardio in there), but I'd like to step things up and ensure I keep burning once I get home.
Does anyone have any reccomendations for routines, or youtube videos/DVDs I can find on the subject? My biggest concern is staying safe while I work out (as I already have crappy wrists and elbows) and not tweaking anything, so any suggestions you might have would be great!
Thanks!
Kelly Coffey Meyer DVDs are great. There is a modifier throughout so you can pick what applies to you.
This one is all about dumbbells (video clip)
https://www.totalfitnessdvds.com/30-MINUTES-TO-FITNESS-WEIGHTS-DVD-p/583.htm0 -
Thanks everyone! Will give these a look-see when I get home!0
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Fitnessblender.com has a bunch of free workout vids and includes some dumb bell ones as well.0
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Wrist wraps might be helpful to you as well, if you are already working with weak wrists.0
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here's a good one I've seen recommended here a few times:
http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/dumbbell-only-home-or-gym-fullbody-workout.html0 -
In for suggestions!0
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fitnessblender.com.
Awesome website. Do you have a bench? 20-30lb dumbbell rows are pretty sweet (well for me - to some that is light).
Go to fitness blender and check out their videos.0 -
Are you on Pinterest? Just search dumbbell workouts, you'll find a plethora of good ones. You can definitely get into shape just using dumbbells.0
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Great suggestions from everyone! I am looking forward to checking some out myself.0
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