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slindsey137
slindsey137 Posts: 214 Member
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I have been doing weights on the machines at the Y, and I am finding that my weights are getting to light. I dont want to build muscle, I want lean muscle, and Im trying not to put on to much muscle weight.
So, my question is, should I just increase sets until I cant lift anymore, or should I increase my weights a bit, or both??

I hope I make sense. TIA

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  • kellyscomeback
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
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    I would add more weight so you hit failure around 8-10 reps. The more muscle you have the more fat your body can burn.
  • lilRicki
    lilRicki Posts: 4,555 Member
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    I started doing free weights instead of pully's they're more of a complete work out
  • slindsey137
    slindsey137 Posts: 214 Member
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    I dont want more muscle, I dont like free weights.
    Can anyone answer my question?
  • alondrafd
    alondrafd Posts: 18
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    You wont build that much muscle you will get just toner and stronger
    Dont be scared
  • slindsey137
    slindsey137 Posts: 214 Member
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    You wont build that much muscle you will get just toner and stronger
    Dont be scared

    Thank you!!!
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
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    Check out this video of a girl in florida breaking multiple state records for lifting.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5MdkPQg6f0

    Unless they are juicing, women do not get bulky from heavy lifting. So lift heavy and reap the benefits of a stronger, more toned body.

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