Just a few questions...need some answers and cc

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Just a few questions...need some answers and cc and also may need a new routine

Okay, first of all im only 14
Ive been kinda on and off workin out for like a year....but nothin too serious

All I have is a weight machine (i dunno what kind), a pull up bar, and a bardip thing

Some people have told me that lifting weights stunts your growth...is that true? Or is it totally harmless? Cause I dont think my body has fully "matured"...

But for the past few weeks Ive been taking it weight lifting more seriously

I try to work out everyday...but usually cant get to it 3 out of 7 times a week. And I can usually run atleast twice out of a week

This is my workout:

100+ push ups (not all at once)
100+ sit ups (not all at once)
2 mins+ leg lifts (not all at once)
^that can be done inbetween commertials on tv or something

anyway then i go into the basement and do weights and some more cals:

Sitting Press:
10 reps 60 lbs
10 reps 50 lbs
10 reps 40 lbs
^those are done with little to no rest

Then I stand and Pull back 50 lbs 15 reps
Then I try the pec deck thing 10 reps on 50 lbs (that needs some work)
Then 15 reps on 50 lbs standing rown
Then 10 reps on 50 lbs standing curls
then use the inside of the lat bar and bring it down halfway then work ?forarms? 10 reps 50 lbs
Then grab the outsides of the bar and do 10 reps on 60 lbs infront of my body
then 8 reps on 60 behind my head

and the only leg excersise i do is 15 reps 60 lbs on the leg extention

Then I take like a 3 minute rest to strech or do whatever maybe some pull ups

Then I grab the freeweights (15 lb dumbells) always standing, never putting weights down:
5 right curls and 5 left (alternating)
5 reverse curls right and 5 left (alternating)
5 to the left and 5 to the right alternating (i dunno what its called but its when u lift the weights over your head and push them up
10 alternating left and right uh...when u pull the weights from your lower back up to the back of your shoulder
then finally 10 side lifts (as far as i can get them, together left and right)

another short break

then i go over to the bardip stand thing and do:
10 reverse bardips
10-15 bar dips
30-35 back arches

maybe some more pull ups (i end the workout with around 20 pull ups total)

after that maybe a run around the block (.7 mile) i can usually do that within 6:45 with no stops....im not one for running or stamina

is this a good workout plan or a waste of time?
is it harmful in any way?
any way to get better or more results?
any advice whatsoever?

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Alright my workout as of now does seem a bit sketchy...and its getting confusing to try and change and edit my routine. So, if its possible to write a whole new routine, that would be great. This is what I'm working with:

Acess to bar dips and back arches machine thing

Pull Up Bar

Barbell and plates and a bench press bench thing

15 and 10 lb dumbells

Room for leg lifts, crunches, push ups, squats, deadlifts, whatever else

Powerhouse Elite - Phe 1000
Multi Function Home Gym

It can do:
Upright Rows
Lateral Shoulder Raise
Front Deltoid Raise (single strap)
Lateral Shoulder Raise (bent over)
Front Deltoid Raise
Single Bicep Curl
Standing Bicep Curl
Tricep Push-Down (lat bar)
Tricep Kick-Back
Pectoral Fly
Flat Bench Press (sitting)
Quarter Leg Kick
Seated Row
Leg Kick Back
Leg Curl
Leg Extension
Rear Deltoid Fly
Front Lat Pull-Down

Theres plenty of other exercises you can do with the lat bar and the row bar and probly some other things too but these are the only ones on this poster thing.

So using that, I need a routine thats good to my health, but with lots of results.

If I do 3x10s or something, would I work out every day?
Would I do the entire workout in a day or split it up?
I dont have any sports going on now with the exeption of basketball in the winter, so I have kinda a lot of time on my hands.
thanks for your time :)
 
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I'm not an expert or anything but I've read that teenagers shouldn't go too serious on the weightlifting until they're at least 18. But that doesn't mean there isn't plenty you can do to get in great shape. I'm 22 years old so I can relate to you, having been a teen pretty recently.

It looks like you've got a great idea going. The best thing you can do for now is to avoid the weights for a little while, or go for higher # of reps with a lighter weight. The pushups, pullups, dips, squats, crunches are all excellent exercises for developing the arms, chest, back, legs, and abs, while developing great muscular strength and endurance. I started working with light dumbbells around age 16.

Do you play sports? I think swimming is a great way to get in shape and give your entire body a workout. Keep active in whatever you like, basketball, soccer, etc. And don't underestimate how the food you eat can help you achieve your desired appearance (even muscle). Keep the foods balanced.
 
Yea I play football baseball hockey and basketball and I want to hopefully have a shot at some JV sports freshman year. I just recently came off a broken arm that set me back 2 months so Ive got a lot of rehab to do, and I want to come back stronger and better than before. Ive heard swimming mentioned a lot and Its really not out of the question because I have acess to a pool up the road. So a few laps here and there would be okay.
Tanks a lot for taking the time to read this and give advice. Best of luck to you also.
 
If you have a barbell and plates i would search for a decent routine online and start using it. Once you understand more about training you can then come up with something yourself.
 
is it okay to workout like this every day? or would it be better to break it up?

because ive heared its bad to work the same muscle group too much...but this workout just works all the groups a little bit each time.

so is it okay?

thanks newf ill look into that
 
I worked out from 14 - 17 yrs old. I ran 5 miles most every day, played tennis two to three times a week, and lifted weights three times a day. I did not have a problem with my growth that I know of. ( my father was a marathon runner)

You asked if doing 10 reps instead of 15 by raising the wieght is a good idea. I think it depends on the results you are looking for. Starting out at 1 set of 15 the first few weeks is good. But if you are wanting to build some bulk and strength then I would switch after the first week or two to 3 sets of 10 reps. I would do the same amount of weight each set for the first two weeks. Then if you are wanting strength and endurance, go to this: say you are curling 50 pds 3 x 10. you will then go to 60 pds at 1x10 then go to 50 1x10 and then drop down to 40 1x10. Do this for a week or two, then here is where it really pays off. Referse it and start with your lower wieghts and work your way up. I assure you, the results will give you strength and bulk. So for example start with your highest lowest weight, 40 pds. do one set of 10, then go up to 50 pds and do one set of 10, then max out at 60 pds. 1 set of 10. Do this with all your sets and you will see increases taking place. BUT only do this if you are wanting strength and bulk. IF you are wanting to just tone up and be lean, then stay with the 1 set of 15 and keep raising the wieght as you are comfortable. Just make sure to keep your form accurate, and go slow with each move!! Each time you raise the wieght, then start back over with starting with the same weight for 3 x 10, then start with the 1x10 cycle like what I explained before. Just remember this is if you want strength and conditioning.

Making sure you do a lot of cardio will never hurt anyone young or old! Watching your diet is seriously a good idea at your age. It is better to learn healthy habits now, than to break bad ones later!!

Good luck, and man do I wish I was 14 again! LOL Enjoy it and just be good to yourself. I think it is to be commended that you took the time to ask what is good for you and is safe, that speaks volumes about you using your head!

Taylor H.
 
hmm so if i do the 3 sets...that probly means i cant work the same muscle group twice in a row? like the next day? so i can take like a day to work out till 8 then the next day to rest or run maybe some cals?
plus i need to hang out with my friends sometime :rolleyes:
 
falloutboyrocks. Im not even going to read your whole routine because its too sketchy. I would weight train 3-4 days a week. Work on your form with bench, squat, deadlift with lower weights to start. Go with 3x10 and compound movements for almost all your exercises with minimal isolation moves. Rest 2mins b.w. sets to build more mass. Keep it under 3 exercises per body part with more emphasis on major muscle groups. Some other exercises I recommend are any rows, bulgarain squats, push press, close grip bench, and dips (for chest). ;).
 
Alright my workout as of now does seem a bit sketchy...and its getting confusing to try and change and edit my routine. So, if its possible to write a whole new routine, that would be great. This is what I'm working with:

Acess to bar dips and back arches machine thing

Pull Up Bar

Barbell and plates and a bench press bench thing

15 and 10 lb dumbells

Room for leg lifts, crunches, push ups, squats, deadlifts, whatever else

Powerhouse Elite - Phe 1000
Multi Function Home Gym

It can do:
Upright Rows
Lateral Shoulder Raise
Front Deltoid Raise (single strap)
Lateral Shoulder Raise (bent over)
Front Deltoid Raise
Single Bicep Curl
Standing Bicep Curl
Tricep Push-Down (lat bar)
Tricep Kick-Back
Pectoral Fly
Flat Bench Press (sitting)
Quarter Leg Kick
Seated Row
Leg Kick Back
Leg Curl
Leg Extension
Rear Deltoid Fly
Front Lat Pull-Down

Theres plenty of other exercises you can do with the lat bar and the row bar and probly some other things too but these are the only ones on this poster thing.

So using that, I need a routine thats good to my health, but with lots of results.

If I do 3x10s or something, would I work out every day?
Would I do the entire workout in a day or split it up?
I dont have any sports going on now with the exeption of basketball in the winter, so I have kinda a lot of time on my hands.
 
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