How many women actually workout with weights
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What part of NOOBIES, aka "WOMEN WHO KNOW NOTHING ABOUT WEIGHTS" as opposed to people that have been doing it for years was unclear here?
Seriously? You're "offended" that a woman asked him a question in order to learn more about weight training? GTFOI. Jeezus.-1 -
Angelajgay11 wrote: »pichiPurinsesu wrote: »i'd love to start lifting properly but too embarrassed to go to the gym
Try a BBOD workout like Chalene Extreme. It's "heavy" weights meaning you lift as heavy as you can to fail within a certain # of reps (changes with each phase). And you can do it at home with some basic dumbells. If you've never lifted you'd be ok with 3-15 lbs. The max I do now is 25. I'm doing it now and I LOVE it. I can see a big difference in my strength and I'm definitely getting leaner and not bulky
Thanks for that. I have weights at home and a basic squat bar. Will get the courage to go some day. Maybe when I've lifted some excess0 -
At least 3 days a week, every week. As heavy as I can, usually with a 3x8 structure. I hit all the major compound lifts, with some accessory work thrown in.
Always free weights, though If I go to the gym at a busy time and Im in a time crunch I will settle for machines occasionally.
There is usually between 2 and 5 women in the free weight area of my gym, (not a big percentage - usually around 20 men).1 -
i do... honestly probably lift more weight than most of the guys in my gym.1
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AllOutof_Bubblegum wrote: »I lift heavy 5-6 days a week. Look how bulky and huge I got!!
if this is bulky, in for bulky. you look amazeballs!3 -
AllOutof_Bubblegum wrote: »I lift heavy 5-6 days a week. Look how bulky and huge I got!!
I would Love to have your arms! But I'm going to be honest.....while I do lift 3 days a week...I do NOT want to put in the amount of effort it took you to get them (so I will just ogle yours for now, lol).
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mariaroman722 wrote: »I do weights 3 to 4 days a week, and I dont see any difference. I do want my arms to get firm. Is there something safe out there I could also add to my diet to gain muscle?
In addition to the questions above - what kind of weights are you using and are you following a program?
You should be lifting a weight that is very challenging on your last rep. You should be able to complete the lift (with good form), but it should be hard to do. If you can do 3x8 (or 5x5 or 3x10 or whatever the program you are using specifies) and still feel like you could do a couple more when your done - you need to pick a heavier weight. If you do not fatigue your muscles you are just gaining endurance.1 -
I prefer body weight training (Vinyasa yoga). If I take a pilates class we use weights in there. Once in a while I will use kettlebells or weights if it's a week I can't make it to yoga classes.0
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I love weights. Feel like I've really pushed my body when exercising with weights. Also go for runs. Try to keep a good balance. Find weights are great for keeping a good figure.0
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I lift0
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wishfuljune wrote: »tinywonder25 wrote: »This time last year I was doing a pretty intense weight lifting program from tnation 6 days a week lifting heavy (I'm 4"11 and was 108ish lbs and squatting 115 or so). I was not counting calories and in 6 weeks I put on 6 lbs including 4% bodyfat. I pretty much freaked the eff out and stopped all training and decided to get my hormones back in balance (I was still nursing my daughter) and get my diet under control. This February I started MFP CICO and cardio only. I lost 15 lbs. Now I've started adding light weights (20-30lbs) 2x a week and keeping my cardio the same. I'm starting to see that toned look that I want. I'd like to go back to fun lifting someday because I got such a high out of feeling stronger. I don't fear getting bulky as in too much visible muscle but I do fear the fat gain that comes along with trying to feed muscle growth which is why people who compete are constantly on the build/cut cycle. I don't think I want to be on the merry-go-round. For now I'm happy doing my little routine and getting my results.
Wait -- you weren't counting calories in 6 weeks, and you put on 6lb and 4% bodyfat, but you blame weight-lifting?
I lift 3 times a week and run 3 times a week. I enjoy the balance between strength training (and I do heavy lifting -- barbell squats/front squats, deadlifts, bench presses, pull-ups, etc) and I am training for a 10K now. I've lost about 20lb so far, but I've lost a significant amount in inches off my body (last time I checked, it was over 20 inches off my total frame) in about 5 months. My bodyfat percentage has gone down tremendously in that time since I started seriously weight-lifting. I look better now at 185lb than I did a couple years ago when my only exercise was the elliptical. I'm 100% pro weight-lifting.wishfuljune wrote: »tinywonder25 wrote: »This time last year I was doing a pretty intense weight lifting program from tnation 6 days a week lifting heavy (I'm 4"11 and was 108ish lbs and squatting 115 or so). I was not counting calories and in 6 weeks I put on 6 lbs including 4% bodyfat. I pretty much freaked the eff out and stopped all training and decided to get my hormones back in balance (I was still nursing my daughter) and get my diet under control. This February I started MFP CICO and cardio only. I lost 15 lbs. Now I've started adding light weights (20-30lbs) 2x a week and keeping my cardio the same. I'm starting to see that toned look that I want. I'd like to go back to fun lifting someday because I got such a high out of feeling stronger. I don't fear getting bulky as in too much visible muscle but I do fear the fat gain that comes along with trying to feed muscle growth which is why people who compete are constantly on the build/cut cycle. I don't think I want to be on the merry-go-round. For now I'm happy doing my little routine and getting my results.
Wait -- you weren't counting calories in 6 weeks, and you put on 6lb and 4% bodyfat, but you blame weight-lifting?
I lift 3 times a week and run 3 times a week. I enjoy the balance between strength training (and I do heavy lifting -- barbell squats/front squats, deadlifts, bench presses, pull-ups, etc) and I am training for a 10K now. I've lost about 20lb so far, but I've lost a significant amount in inches off my body (last time I checked, it was over 20 inches off my total frame) in about 5 months. My bodyfat percentage has gone down tremendously in that time since I started seriously weight-lifting. I look better now at 185lb than I did a couple years ago when my only exercise was the elliptical. I'm 100% pro weight-lifting.
It was a combo of things. Not just lifting as I stated. Clearly I was eating more than I needed. And I've added weights and lost inches too. Good for you For finding what works.
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I do, but they're not particularly heavy weights. I'm arthritic. I just do the best I can and call it even.
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I do at least 2 times a week. I use to use the machines with my dad way back as a teenager when we would go to the base gym. I like being strong and besides, it's good for our bones and women need a lot of help with that.1
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I lift heavy. I'm not powerlifting for sport, but I regularly test my 1RM to gauge progress. I lift 5 times a week usually.
I also do endurance events that involve lifting heavy items (logs, cement blocks, etc.) and carrying them for long distances.1 -
Me! But I'm not very good at it. I feel like I'm winging it all the time, even when I try to stick to a program of some sort. I have no one in my life that wants to lift like I do, so I'm on my own. You sexy lifting b!tches, come lift with me!!1
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I lift enough to be fairly toned but I'm not a bunny either0
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jayediggs729 wrote: »Im just getting into lifting.
Good for you, good luck, and best wishes.0 -
I'm 66 years old and have been lifting for almost two years. I'm coming off a shoulder and a hip injury so I'm just now working my way back up to higher weight. My leg press is at 490 right now, first time back at squat yesterday was only 75 but my deads are at 145.........working toward my best of 185. Can't do OHP yet but started chest and shoulder press to work my way back up on my bench. Injuries suck though!
Oh and I'm not bulky either!
This is AWESOME, This kind of post is so motivating, makes me want to go to the gym right now! Congratulations on your progress, and good luck on the rest of your journey.0 -
I weight train. I lost 30-40 lbs doing it and got tiny, and then even purposely bulked and still didn't look bulky (though a bit chunky).0
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I lift 4-6 days a week. I have done 1RM at people's prodding, but I generally do a bodybuilding style weight training and have done for years. I go to the gym to lift and tell myself because I got to lift, I have to do HIIT or cardio, lol. I also try and encourage girls on every thread to lift. I think it gives you more goals to work towards when the scale stalls and you become less beholden to the scale. 140 lbs can look a lot different on a girl that lifts than one that doesn't 0
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arditarose wrote: »I weight train. I lost 30-40 lbs doing it and got tiny, and then even purposely bulked and still didn't look bulky (though a bit chunky).
Congratulations, on your weight loss, you look great. Keep up the great work.
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mariaroman722 wrote: »I do weights 3 to 4 days a week, and I dont see any difference. I do want my arms to get firm. Is there something safe out there I could also add to my diet to gain muscle?
In addition to the questions above - what kind of weights are you using and are you following a program?
You should be lifting a weight that is very challenging on your last rep. You should be able to complete the lift (with good form), but it should be hard to do. If you can do 3x8 (or 5x5 or 3x10 or whatever the program you are using specifies) and still feel like you could do a couple more when your done - you need to pick a heavier weight. If you do not fatigue your muscles you are just gaining endurance.
+1 on this. You have to work to failure if you want to improve!0 -
Loco_Beast wrote: »I'm 66 years old and have been lifting for almost two years. I'm coming off a shoulder and a hip injury so I'm just now working my way back up to higher weight. My leg press is at 490 right now, first time back at squat yesterday was only 75 but my deads are at 145.........working toward my best of 185. Can't do OHP yet but started chest and shoulder press to work my way back up on my bench. Injuries suck though!
Oh and I'm not bulky either!
This is AWESOME, This kind of post is so motivating, makes me want to go to the gym right now! Congratulations on your progress, and good luck on the rest of your journey.
Thanks. I have a trainer again and I'm working my butt off.....or building my butt..........whatever!1 -
I lift 4-6 days a week. I have done 1RM at people's prodding, but I generally do a bodybuilding style weight training and have done for years. I go to the gym to lift and tell myself because I got to lift, I have to do HIIT or cardio, lol. I also try and encourage girls on every thread to lift. I think it gives you more goals to work towards when the scale stalls and you become less beholden to the scale. 140 lbs can look a lot different on a girl that lifts than one that doesn't
That's great, I also like HIIT for cardio, treadmills and stair master are boring to me. In my workout any rest period is 30 seconds, I do 6 sets, of 6 exercises for each body part at 10-12 reps. This is what I have found my body responds to best right now. I actually worked out with a younger woman that is preparing for her first physiques show the other night on shoulders, and she wore my old butt out. I'll workout with anyone, I find that is motivating to have someone who shares your level of intensity, especially on those days it's hard to get going due to everyday life. And I know what you mean about weight, some of the advice I have given to beginners (women) is to stay off the scale, let your mirror and your clothes show you the progress. I have guys at work that have asked me how much I weigh in general conversation about working out and they find it hard to believe I weigh as much as I do. I'm 245, and most figure I'm about 215-220. Congratulations and good luck0 -
I lift heavy 5 days a week for about an hour "Lift like a man to look like a goddess" right?!
I got into lifting as a college ice hockey player, got really into it after having my 1st baby... After baby 2 and 3 I let life get in the way and almost never made it to the gym. My youngest is 3 now and I just got back into lifting 3 months ago. It's a little discouraging maxing with my old warm up weights but I'm officially addicted again and I'll get back to my old self and then some!2 -
quiksylver296 wrote: »I've been working Stronglifts since November. Just starting to think about moving to an intermediate program. I am the least "bulky" I've ever been.
Current lifts - 1RM
Squats - 250 lbs
Bench - 145 lbs
Deads - 245 lbs
That was back in March. I'm sure I'll blow that out of the water next time I try 1RM.
You should look at Candito's linear program or his 6 week program. They're a couple of the more solid intermediate powerlifting programs out there and it's free on his page. Goodluck with the powerlifting
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I lift 4-5 x a week. I do HIIT either prior to lifting or inbetween sets...like 45-60 seconds of burpees, high-knees, etc.0
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mariaroman722 wrote: »I do weights 3 to 4 days a week, and I dont see any difference. I do want my arms to get firm. Is there something safe out there I could also add to my diet to gain muscle?
In addition to the questions above - what kind of weights are you using and are you following a program?
You should be lifting a weight that is very challenging on your last rep. You should be able to complete the lift (with good form), but it should be hard to do. If you can do 3x8 (or 5x5 or 3x10 or whatever the program you are using specifies) and still feel like you could do a couple more when your done - you need to pick a heavier weight. If you do not fatigue your muscles you are just gaining endurance.
+1 on this. You have to work to failure if you want to improve!
naw you don't have to work to failure.1 -
Oh this? :yawn:0
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