Resistance Bands and Dumbbells

genuinelyfrans
genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
in Fitness and Exercise
Hey, I am currently doing P90X and I have gotten to the point in this program where the dumbbells I currently have (2 ten-pound dumbbells) and resistance band (it is a blue one called a Power Resistance Tube from Gold's Gym that I got at Wal-Mart) where they are no longer providing enough resistance (the arm workouts are feeling a little easier and my arms are not as sore). I would like to get two dumbbells of at least 20 lbs. each and better resistance bands. Is there any that anyone can recommend to me (also my budget is about $50)?

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  • chachadiva150
    chachadiva150 Posts: 453 Member
    Walmart has adjustable dumbbell sets for under $50. Get a base set and you can add on heavier plates later.

    I'm considering this set: http://www.walmart.com/ip/CAP-Barbell-40-lb.-Adjustable-Cast-Iron-Dumbbell-Set/17217217
  • erickirb
    erickirb Posts: 12,294 Member
    I use standard dumbbells and plates that I can load on more or take off weight, instead of buying dozens of dumbbells. In the P90X program the dumbbells I used ranged from 15lbs up to 60, and I don't have the funds to buy 2 of each for every weight.

    A set such as this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Cap-Barbell-RSWB-40TP/11089974, and you can buy more plates to add when needed. The ones I have are almost identical to these (spin lock collars) and they work pretty well, just have to tighten them between sets.

    Make sure the bars are metal as opposed to the plastic ones (like the first reply linked to) as they will not hold a lot of weight.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    Oh!
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    I use standard dumbbells and plates that I can load on more or take off weight, instead of buying dozens of dumbbells. In the P90X program the dumbbells I used ranged from 15lbs up to 60, and I don't have the funds to buy 2 of each for every weight.

    A set such as this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Cap-Barbell-RSWB-40TP/11089974, and you can buy more plates to add when needed. The ones I have are almost identical to these (spin lock collars) and they work pretty well, just have to tighten them between sets.

    To erickirb, this is perfect thank you so much!
  • chachadiva150
    chachadiva150 Posts: 453 Member
    You can buy them ONLINE from Walmart.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    I know I just realized lol I have never ordered anything from Walmart online, silly me :) Any suggestions for resistance bands?
  • b1791
    b1791 Posts: 40 Member
    My resistance bands came in a pack of 3 ...all 3 are different resistance so I can decide which one to use for each exercise. It also came in a little travel pouch.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    Do you know what the name of the resistance bands are?
  • Ripken818836701
    Ripken818836701 Posts: 607 Member
    I have done P-90X and currently doing Insanity, but I only use them for cardio, I would suggest lifting 4 days per week and doing P-90X 3 days per week. I just saw a Cap 40 lb. adjustable dumbbell set for $30.00 at walmart last night. Then you can add more plates as needed. I would also pick up an exercise ball for $10.00 at walmart as well.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    I am ordering them today (erickirb mentioned these dumbbells earlier in the post). I also have a Gold's Gym Body Ball, is that the type of exercise ball you meant?
  • shaycat
    shaycat Posts: 980
    I am glad you are upping your weights since I am planning on using my 10lb dumbbells and resistance bands to start P90x and I'm a girl. :tongue:
  • marci423
    marci423 Posts: 130 Member
    You can look on Craigslist for weights, depending where you live you might be surprised at what you can find :o) I was really lucky and got 116 pounds of weights and a straight bar for $15 in my town! There are some cheap benches too......

    I also got a couple of dumbbells at the thrift store :o)

    just a thought and good luck :o)
  • Ripken818836701
    Ripken818836701 Posts: 607 Member
    You can look on Craigslist for weights, depending where you live you might be surprised at what you can find :o) I was really lucky and got 116 pounds of weights and a straight bar for $15 in my town! There are some cheap benches too......

    I also got a couple of dumbbells at the thrift store :o)

    just a thought and good luck :o)
    Yep! I built an entire home gym from craigslist filled with everything I could possibly need. It amazes me how much $$$ people spend on exercise equipment only to use it to hang clothes from or collect dust then sell it for next to nothing because they got tired of it taking up too much space.
  • Ripken818836701
    Ripken818836701 Posts: 607 Member
    I am ordering them today (erickirb mentioned these dumbbells earlier in the post). I also have a Gold's Gym Body Ball, is that the type of exercise ball you meant?
    Yes that will do.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    So what types of exercises should I be doing with the exercise ball then (P90x doesn't have any videos that require the exercise ball)?
  • rider72
    rider72 Posts: 119
    I picked up some B-LIne resistance bands, good quality. You can also add one band at a time depending on how much resistance you want. Then later on get a handle with the three slots to use multiple bands -AND BRING IT! :)

    P90X2 uses med and stability balls, not so much in P90X. You could still use it to add in some core work on your own (Plank crunches, leg lifts, push ups on the stability ball). do an online search theres bound to be some free material you can use.
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    Oh okay, thanks for the advice!

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