GIRLS WHO LIFT WEIGHTS (ADD ME) :)

ash2692
ash2692 Posts: 20 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
GIRLS WHO LIFT! add me! id like to see what you guys eat and exercises you do! so lets be friends!

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  • Pamshebamm181
    Pamshebamm181 Posts: 92 Member
    edited September 2017
    I do. You can see what I eat but I don't log my workouts (other than what my Garmin auto-posts). Feel free to add.
  • cathipa
    cathipa Posts: 2,991 Member
    Sent FR. I log everything (good, bad and ugly) except workouts
  • not_a_runner
    not_a_runner Posts: 1,343 Member
    Add me is you'd like.
    I'm eating 2500+ cals most days..
  • ramshackles
    ramshackles Posts: 85 Member
    I lift. Diary open.
  • DancingMoosie
    DancingMoosie Posts: 8,619 Member
    I lift twice a week, cardio and circuit training in between.
  • Katieolivieri
    Katieolivieri Posts: 2 Member
    I am brand new and so beyond naive about all of this. Today was the end of my first week and I am so sore! Any tips, lifting or food, is greatly appreciated. I’m scared that I’m doing this all wrong.
  • Bealey2011
    Bealey2011 Posts: 29 Member
    Katieolivieri wrote: »
    I am brand new and so beyond naive about all of this. Today was the end of my first week and I am so sore! Any tips, lifting or food, is greatly appreciated. I’m scared that I’m doing this all wrong.

    I'm new this week too and just finished my first week (3x lifting followed by 30 min cardio) today I am only mildly sore
  • not_a_runner
    not_a_runner Posts: 1,343 Member
    Katieolivieri wrote: »
    I am brand new and so beyond naive about all of this. Today was the end of my first week and I am so sore! Any tips, lifting or food, is greatly appreciated. I’m scared that I’m doing this all wrong.

    I've been lifting for 3 years and still get sore frequently. That's normal, especially when you're new to it.
  • luckywizard
    luckywizard Posts: 71 Member
    I've been lifting for about two years! Feel free to add me as a friend. My food and exercise diary is open :sunglasses:
  • DiamondCookies
    DiamondCookies Posts: 93 Member
    I'm new to lifting (about a month or so), still use machines tbh. Feel free to add me!
  • Janice6543
    Janice6543 Posts: 92 Member
    I'll add you! I mostly swim, but I try and hit the gym 2x a week during the winter.
  • rachelnettles
    rachelnettles Posts: 9 Member
    I lift three days a week. I LOVE lifting! I will be designing my own workouts soon (like within a week) and can share. My food varies, but mainly lots and lots of protein, fiber, and carbs. What type of machines/free weights do you have at your disposal?
  • ottermotorcycle
    ottermotorcycle Posts: 654 Member
    I added some of you! Everyone feel free to add me too. I log everything including my workouts :) I'm just starting NROL4W for the... third? time.
  • Kitten_Fit_And_Confident
    Kitten_Fit_And_Confident Posts: 2 Member
    I just joined my local gym with a new goal and that is to gain strength, I am sick of aiming for thin it just isn't who I am these days, I want muscles that support my body to function optimally so I feel good.

    The first impression for me was whoa, how on earth do I use these machines/weights without looking like a complete novice. Any tips, tricks, book recommendations, pinterest inspo, etc from you would be grand.

    Feel free to add me.

    Michelle x
  • ottermotorcycle
    ottermotorcycle Posts: 654 Member
    Kitten_Fit_And_Confident wrote: »
    I just joined my local gym with a new goal and that is to gain strength, I am sick of aiming for thin it just isn't who I am these days, I want muscles that support my body to function optimally so I feel good.

    The first impression for me was whoa, how on earth do I use these machines/weights without looking like a complete novice. Any tips, tricks, book recommendations, pinterest inspo, etc from you would be grand.

    Feel free to add me.

    Michelle x

    I recommend finding a beginner-friendly program to follow. Makes it easier not to feel overwhelmed :) Teach yourself or have someone teach you a few major exercises (squat, deadlift, bench press) and you'll be improving before you know it!
  • rachelnettles
    rachelnettles Posts: 9 Member
    Kitten_Fit_And_Confident wrote: »
    I just joined my local gym with a new goal and that is to gain strength, I am sick of aiming for thin it just isn't who I am these days, I want muscles that support my body to function optimally so I feel good.

    The first impression for me was whoa, how on earth do I use these machines/weights without looking like a complete novice. Any tips, tricks, book recommendations, pinterest inspo, etc from you would be grand.

    Feel free to add me.

    Michelle x

    The first book I used for lifting was the Men's Health Book of Muscle. I loved it and still do the programs from time to time. It has a beginner, an intermediate, and an advanced program with very detailed explanations on what exercises to do/how many reps and sets to do/how to do it. I used machine weights and didn't see real muscle growth until I moved to free weights. I second what otters says about learning the major lifts; if you don't do them properly you can really hurt yourself!
  • rachelnettles
    rachelnettles Posts: 9 Member
    I mentioned the Book of Muscle in a prior comment; for anyone who is doing NROL4W, Lou Schuler helped write both books. Just an FYI if someone is interested :)
  • Kitten_Fit_And_Confident
    Kitten_Fit_And_Confident Posts: 2 Member
    @ottersandsealsdonotfly Thanks, I have been pinning like a crazy girl trying to find the most effective moves, will start with your suggestions. :)
  • sassysisterjd
    sassysisterjd Posts: 41 Member
    I'm about a month in on stronglifts. I've done the program in the past but never stuck with it... Always quit when my workout partner did. This time I'm doing it on my own, and it's a lot easier to stay motivated. I'd love some mfp friends who lift heavy to cheer on!
  • fjpatten
    fjpatten Posts: 27 Member
    Count me in. I started lifting two months ago and I love it! I'm working with a personal trainer for now until I feel comfortable going it alone.
  • tnc250
    tnc250 Posts: 5 Member
    Long time lifter. Add me!
  • rickiimarieee
    rickiimarieee Posts: 2,212 Member
    I would like to lift but know absolutely nothing about it or how to eat started!
  • BeccaLoves2lift
    BeccaLoves2lift Posts: 375 Member
    I'm about five months into heavy lifting. Feel free to add me!
  • currlygirrl
    currlygirrl Posts: 82 Member
    You are the people I need in my life! I'm sending FR feel free to add me as well!
  • rachelnettles
    rachelnettles Posts: 9 Member
    rickiimarieee wrote: »
    I would like to lift but know absolutely nothing about it or how to eat started!

    I highly recommend a book to get you started! The two best ones are The Men's Health Book of Muscle and The New Rules of Lifting For Women. I have used both and have had success with each.

  • rachelnettles
    rachelnettles Posts: 9 Member
    I am going out of town from this Wednesday through Sunday, but am starting on a new weight program Monday the 16. I will post my sets/reps/weights used for others to get ideas. So if anyone is ready to change up their workouts, Monday will be a start for me!
  • amywhoa
    amywhoa Posts: 47 Member
    Hiiii I strength train and do cardio 4-5x a week feel free to add me as well :) I don't log individual workouts tho

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