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Beginning maintenance and recomposition, but can't lift weights. Help!
I've lost 35lbs and am now at my weight target. For medical and practical reasons (can't get to a gym), I can't lift weights so I've been doing some bodyweight exercises instead and now am doing couch to 5K as I love running. I want to build more muscle and reduce a bit more fat, can anyone out there please give me some…
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What if you can't lift weights?
I've read a lot of articles about of the benefits of lifting weights, but not seen much about gaining strength by other means. Due to my carer responsibilities I can't get to a gym and can get to a swimming pool once a week. I have also been doing some low-impact workouts at home due to a painful/stiff knee. In addition I…
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New Rules of Lifting for Women vs New Rules of Lifting for Life
Hi everyone, I've not exercised since July, but want to get lifting for fat loss, strength and fitness. I'll turn 40 next month, so I'm not sure which book to get, New Rules of Lifting for Women or New Rules of Lifting for Life. Can anyone give some advice?