Hi! Should I start lifting weights?

Katharjna
Katharjna Posts: 2 Member
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Hi! I’m new and need advice + friends :) I’m a vegetarian from Germany. I’m starting my fitness journey on this app today. I have tried several things but never reached my “dream body”. I’m currently about 58 kg heavy, 166cm tall - I don’t care about my weight - I want to feel and look the way I want to. “Lean” I want to reduce my body fat as much as possible. Should I start lifting weights?
Thank you :)

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  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    short answer - yes.

    have a read through of this thread - so you want to start lifting

    Best to start with compound or whole body lifts, and follow a specific programme. Remember to have rest days, as that is when the muscle rebuilds.

    Don't forget the diet element - you can lift as many weights as you like but if you are not paying attention to your diet it won't help. The 'Stronglifts' books have a good explanation of what and how much you should be eating.
  • 45697456
    45697456 Posts: 3 Member
    Yes! Lifting is great. Do work with someone who can help you determine the right combination of exercises or develop a program for you. It’s also important to learn and maintain the right form. I started lifting but once I began working with a real trainer I realized how ineffective my work was without proper form and a program.

    Best of luck to you! Don't give up!
  • doubleIronDog
    doubleIronDog Posts: 93 Member
    Most everyone should lift weights at some capacity. It does wonders for every part of your life.
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    girlinahat wrote: »
    short answer - yes.

    have a read through of this thread - so you want to start lifting

    Best to start with compound or whole body lifts, and follow a specific programme. Remember to have rest days, as that is when the muscle rebuilds.

    Don't forget the diet element - you can lift as many weights as you like but if you are not paying attention to your diet it won't help. The 'Stronglifts' books have a good explanation of what and how much you should be eating.

    YES!!!

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