Ladies who lift please - Multigyms?

MrsGraves1987
MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
edited November 15 in Fitness and Exercise
Dear all inspiring ladies who lift!

I wonder whether any of you use a multigym, and if so - are the results beneficial? I have a multigym and wonder what you ladies tend to do on them (haha I am a real beginner).

Do you have a program that you follow please? All comments would be welcomed.

I am 5ft 3, 152 lbs. Looking to lose weight and tone at the same time. Following 5:2 (Intermittent fasting style) way of eating. I ultimately want to look like those gorgeous toned women that you see in pictures lifting heavy weights in high heels <3
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  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Ok I can't show you what I mean because I have no idea how to add a picture hahaha!
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    Hmm...I think most of us use heavy free weights. I could be wrong. Maybe someone will post their results with this multi-gym thing. If you're in a deficit trying to lose fat, resistance training will help you save muscle so that it can be revealed after you lose the fat ("toning"?). Maybe this thing could help with that as long as you are are following a progressive overload.
  • royaldrea
    royaldrea Posts: 259 Member
    Don't lift weights in high heels
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
    I don't know what a multi gym is, but I use a Oly barbell/plates with a bench or squat rack, depending on the day.

    I started with Stronglifts 5x5 (full body), progressed to 5/3/1 (split), currently doing ICF 5x5 because I wanted to do full body lifting again.
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    royaldrea wrote: »
    Don't lift weights in high heels

    +1
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
    arditarose wrote: »
    royaldrea wrote: »
    Don't lift weights in high heels

    +1

    Oh dear god, I missed that part. Yeah, don't do that.
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    I think she's talking about one of these jobbers
    http://www.walmart.com/ip/11993386?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&adid=22222222227000129588&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=40331772152&wl4=&wl5=pla&wl6=78291746192&veh=sem
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Thank you @arditarose - I will wait and see what others say if they have used them. I do hope so as I'd hate for it to go to waste :( and @royaldrea I will not be lifting in heels hahaha I was trying to explain the pictures because I didn't know how to add them :(
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Yes that's the devil!
  • jemhh
    jemhh Posts: 14,261 Member
    We have one. The only part I use is the pulldown bar--for lat pulldowns and tricep extensions.
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Thanks @_dracarys_ I have heard of the Stronglifts programme, but wasn't sure whether this included the gyms or just the barbell? It might work in the same way I'm not sure - but you're pulling down instead of pushing up. It sounds really silly but I wanted to make sure I did it correctly to get the right results :)
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Ahha! Thank you @jemhh Do you follow a specific programme or just created your own? Just wondering where to start with this thing really!
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    Thanks @_dracarys_ I have heard of the Stronglifts programme, but wasn't sure whether this included the gyms or just the barbell? It might work in the same way I'm not sure - but you're pulling down instead of pushing up. It sounds really silly but I wanted to make sure I did it correctly to get the right results :)

    For these programs you really need a barbell and free weights.
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    Thanks @_dracarys_ I have heard of the Stronglifts programme, but wasn't sure whether this included the gyms or just the barbell? It might work in the same way I'm not sure - but you're pulling down instead of pushing up. It sounds really silly but I wanted to make sure I did it correctly to get the right results :)

    You would probably not be able to do the SL program with the multi gym. There is no substitute for barbell squats and deadlifts. There is also no way to do overhead press or bench press with that either.

    That's not to say it's a waste; you'll just have to figure out the best way to utilize it.
  • jemhh
    jemhh Posts: 14,261 Member
    I follow a program. The majority of it is free weights. I really only use the machine for those two exercises. Usually the machines come with a poster listing all the different exercises you can do. If you want to stick with just using it, you might try the manufacturer's website to see if the poster is on it, if you can't find it at home.
  • Otterluv
    Otterluv Posts: 9,083 Member
    edited March 2015
    arditarose wrote: »
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    Thanks @_dracarys_ I have heard of the Stronglifts programme, but wasn't sure whether this included the gyms or just the barbell? It might work in the same way I'm not sure - but you're pulling down instead of pushing up. It sounds really silly but I wanted to make sure I did it correctly to get the right results :)

    For these programs you really need a barbell and free weights.

    Yep. SL relies heavily on compound lifts, your machine mostly isolates muscle groups.

    While it won't work for SL, and workouts may take longer due to having to do more exercises to get a well rounded workout in, as you already have it you can and should use it. At the very least it will get you going.
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Ok guys, thank you so much for all your comments. So if I were to purchase equipment for stronglifts, what would I need? x
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    Ok guys, thank you so much for all your comments. So if I were to purchase equipment for stronglifts, what would I need? x

    olympic barbell, olympic weight plates, squat rack, and a bench.
  • darrensurrey
    darrensurrey Posts: 3,942 Member
    Do not make eye contact when sitting in the yes/no machine.
  • lishie_rebooted
    lishie_rebooted Posts: 2,973 Member
    _dracarys_ wrote: »
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    Ok guys, thank you so much for all your comments. So if I were to purchase equipment for stronglifts, what would I need? x

    olympic barbell, olympic weight plates, squat rack, and a bench.

    https://instagram.com/p/z8UNA4N4dP/embed/

    (bench not pictured)
    Also I have dumbbells for warming up OHP
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Ok that's good thank you @_dracarys_ :)
  • gamesandgains
    gamesandgains Posts: 640 Member
    edited March 2015
    Multi-gyms can be usual for accessory work but most programs require you to do compound movements with a barbell and/or free weights. I don't think it's a waste at all, just get more stuff along with what you currently have.
  • jkwolly
    jkwolly Posts: 3,049 Member
    < ---- my set up!

    There's tons of programmes - and for a multi-gym and being a beginner, I'd recommend the Jamie Eason's 12-week programme! Also, the bodybuilding.com app has many other workout programmes too, so you can just search.
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Thanks for the picture! I also have dumbells but they are the only thing I have because I did the 30 day shred. I wanted to move on and do more lifting after seeing some amazing results, but I do not have time to go to a gym (as have a young daughter) so it'd all be done at home
  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    @gamesandgains and @jkwolly thank you both! Love the fact you are all so helpful! Going to do a bit of research and make a start :) x
  • gamesandgains
    gamesandgains Posts: 640 Member
    MrsGraves1987 wrote: »
    @gamesandgains and @jkwolly thank you both! Love the fact you are all so helpful! Going to do a bit of research and make a start :) x

    No problem. I workout at home too. Here's my set up. n9uri8xn70n7.jpg

  • MrsGraves1987
    MrsGraves1987 Posts: 162 Member
    Wow! Looks awesome! Going to have to watch some youtube videos to find out the correct form!
  • jkwolly
    jkwolly Posts: 3,049 Member
    Fitness Buddy is another good app to get - shows you all the different exercises you can do. Breaks it down by equipment you have, or body type you're looking to target!
  • rileyes
    rileyes Posts: 1,406 Member
    edited March 2015
    I have a Vectra home gym and use the free motion parts like the lat pull (cable). I got creative and figured out how I can use it for back extensions.

    I've found the free weights get you to use more core muscles. Really more muscles overall.

    Body weight circuit training is great for conditioning/toning anywhere/anytime. Choose two that involve full body moves and alternate the days.
  • blueyegirl0712
    blueyegirl0712 Posts: 135 Member
    bump great into
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