Females only - lifting/weight training results?
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what do you ladies do for lifting? when I go to the gym I am absolutely lost on what to do when doing weights so I just stick to the machines.. IDK WHAT TO DO
I lucked out with a bench and weights but I used youtube and starting strength to get an idea of form. Started with just the bar and worked from there. I used my camera phone to take vids of me lifting so I could review later to check form. Strong lifts 5x5, new rules of lifting for women, All pro are all great starting routines. Don't be afraid, just do it! ;P2 -
I train one specific area per day. So today is tuesday, LEG DAY! I usually start with a High Intensity Warm up. Usually a round of some type of push up, burpee, mixture haha. Then I start with squats. Just a small bar with 35lbs. I am working my way up. Only lift what you are comfortable with. If you need a spot, ask dont be afraid. There are ppl willing to help. Anyway, I do about 3 sets of 10. It gets harder the more you do so push yourself! From there, I do weighted Lunges (forward and reverse), then go to the machine for leg press. After that, I use a stepper, and smaller weight dumbells and do some kick backs. (step up, kick your leg backwards with your weights by your sides). After all that we do another set of High Intensity air squats, push ups, or whatever until failure.0
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This thread is amazing, thanks to everyone posting!0
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I've only been at this for a short while, but I'm starting to see some slight definition in my back (and I'm building baby biceps, but I don't have a pic yet)
Getting rid of those love handles too, lol I can now do three sets of 12 (elevated) pushups from my toes, and it's amazing how much of an effect it's had on my whole body. The lat pulldowns help too, of course. :P
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All you ladies look AMAZING! So inspirational-- I know it takes guts to put yourself out there, but please know how inspiring you are to all of us.0
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A wedgie that will never be picked...
Oh my bad, I thought we were here to discuss progress, not insignificant clothing placements.. -_-
ETA: Anyway, all of you ladies look fantastic, the inspiration you all give me keeps me going! :flowerforyou:3 -
A wedgie that will never be picked...
Oh my bad, I thought we were here to discuss progress, not insignificant clothing placements.. -_-
ETA: Anyway, all of you ladies look fantastic, the inspiration you all give me keeps me going! :flowerforyou:
I didn't mean anything by the wedgie comment. A couple of my friends and I were talking about wedgies that couldn't be picked. Not trying to derail the thread. Good job on your progress. Hope to see future updates from you.0 -
A wedgie that will never be picked...
Oh my bad, I thought we were here to discuss progress, not insignificant clothing placements.. -_-
ETA: Anyway, all of you ladies look fantastic, the inspiration you all give me keeps me going! :flowerforyou:
I didn't mean anything by the wedgie comment. A couple of my friends and I were talking about wedgies that couldn't be picked. Not trying to derail the thread. Good job on your progress. Hope to see future updates from you.
Ah okay, very well then. I realize that sounded really snarky too, sorry! & Thanks0 -
In for the motivation. Just restarted my weightlifting regimen. I feel great today but we'll see about tomorrow....0
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Bump! Girl Power! :drinker: :drinker: :flowerforyou: I can't wait to get down to the lean/bulking stage again. Muscles are sexy! :happy:0
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I am so inspired by all of you!!!
I only have free weights up to 10 lbs at home and a 10 lb Kettlebell. I would love to be able to do this from home. Can I get started simply with the equipment I have and slowly work my way up? I honestly haven't lifted anything other than what's listed (and not consistently) since high school almost 20 years ago :blushing:0 -
I am so inspired by all of you!!!
I only have free weights up to 10 lbs at home and a 10 lb Kettlebell. I would love to be able to do this from home. Can I get started simply with the equipment I have and slowly work my way up? I honestly haven't lifted anything other than what's listed (and not consistently) since high school almost 20 years ago :blushing:
You'll outgrow 10 lbs incredibly quickly even if they are heavy enough to start with. I've never lifted before and my upper body (still) is very weak but that would have been too low even to start with for lower body exercises and I've now outgrown it even for shoulder presses (my shoulders are my weakest point). When you start and try and push yourself, you'll probably notice that you're a lot stronger than you think :flowerforyou:
That being said, if you can't/don't want to either join a gym or get heavier weights, you can also look into bodyweight training. A good starting point for that could be Body by You/You Are Your Own Gym by Mark Lauren.1 -
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@bombshellphoenix - Excellent! Thanks for the info! I'll check that out. A little nervous to get started (I'm in my 40s) but I really need to do something. Diet alone just isn't cutting it!! Appreciate the advice!!
No problem at all! Here's my original inspiration when I joined the forums
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/user/sarauk2sf/status
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/903628-one-year-of-barbells-and-ice-cream-my-story-so-far-pics
The greatest thing about weightlifting for me was the change in body composition. The scale is still a gauge I use loosely to ensure I'm gaining at a decent pace or when I go back to cutting, that I'm not losing too quickly but it truly makes a difference to maintain muscle mass and later gain to be lean. You've got this!
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bump so when my fat finally melts off you'll be able to see the muscles that are hiding underneath!! They're growing and I'm shrinkin!!0
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Wow, you look great. I'm still I n the process of losing my excess fat, Burt I also started doing a bit of strength training, mainly push ups and sit ups.0
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SW: 230
CW: 111
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BUMP!! Want...too....keep...looking....must...go...back...to...work.0
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