Strength Training for Women

BrandyontheRun · December 2011

I don't know the first thing about building muscle. I know it's something I'd like to start learning about/getting on board with but I haven't the slightest clue where to start or how to go about safely and properly toning and strengthening my body. I plan on starting the 30DS after my Chrismas tree is done taking up our living room (lol). But that's not all I want. I want a routine, something I can do for more than 30 days. Where do I start? What do I do?? lol I feel clueless when it comes to muscle!!

SeaSiren1 · December 2011

http://www.billpearl.com/programs/programs.asp?d=1

dennydifferent · December 2011

I just bought a book called The New Rules of Lifting for Women: Lift Like a Man, Look like a Goddess, by Lou Schuler (et al). It includes a 6 month program, diagrams and lots of really well-written explanation. I really recommend it.

Or, join a gym, and ask!

UponThisRock · December 2011

http://www.niashanks.com/beautiful-badass

getsveltEagain · December 2011

I am going to do Jamie Eason's LiveFit program. It is 12 weeks and is free online at bodybuilding.com, I even started a "challenge" for anyone that wants to start in the new year: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/420606-start-the-new-year-off-right-jamie-eason-s-12-week-progar

After that I am going to do The New Rules of Lifting for Women

designr84 · December 2011

You should totally read "Lift like a Man, Look like a Goddess". It's written in a very approachable way and talks about everything from the science of weight training and weight loss to exercise and diet examples. It really changed the way I exercise and has been very influential for me and my friends.

Libby81 · December 2011

I just bought a book called The New Rules of Lifting for Women: Lift Like a Man, Look like a Goddess, by Lou Schuler (et al). It includes a 6 month program, diagrams and lots of really well-written explanation. I really recommend it.

Or, join a gym, and ask!

^^^ This. IT's an awesome book and you can progress at your own pace. Take a look at Bodyrock.tv as well they've a load of short routines to help build muscle

Health_Gal · December 2011

I do a strength training class at the YMCA. It's similar to the Body Pump class, and we do it to music. Even if you think you might want to get into more serious weightlifting in the future, it's a good place to start!

Strobins05 · December 2011

The New Rules of Lifting for Women is an awesome book to begin with! Good luck!

juleseybaby · December 2011

bump so I can check out the links later!!

weightofyourskin · December 2011

Another New Rules of Lifting fan here!

_SusieQ_ · December 2011

Here's my question. I still have a lot of weight I need to lose. For those fans of NROLFW, would it be better to weight until I drop more weight before starting this, or is it something that can/should be incorporated with cardio and weight loss?

poppadop89 · December 2011

http://www.simplyshredded.com/the-ultimate-female-training-guide.html

^The compound exercises they mention will give you the most bang for your buck.

ninerbuff · December 2011

Here's my question. I still have a lot of weight I need to lose. For those fans of NROLFW, would it be better to weight until I drop more weight before starting this, or is it something that can/should be incorporated with cardio and weight loss?

No reason to wait. Incorporate now to get better results.

A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer
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Been in fitness for 28+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

nikkijoshua · December 2011

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calderst · December 2011

Here's my question. I still have a lot of weight I need to lose. For those fans of NROLFW, would it be better to weight until I drop more weight before starting this, or is it something that can/should be incorporated with cardio and weight loss?

Can and should. Lifting will transform your body. As the excess fat disappears, you'll have a solid foundation of muscle underneath. And it will help keep your metabolism buzzing.