Hi folks, I'm fairly new to this weight training lark and am trying to lose some weight and get rid if my gut a bit now i've got the diet part advice on other sub forums and i'm doing an hour cardio each day but I aint sure about the weights.. I used to do a bit of weight training before but generally seemed to just do a few reps on each weight machine and gradually over time build this up now i'm not sure if this is right should I be doing lots of reps at a lower weight or a few reps at much higher weights and is there any specific weights I should be concentating on. The gym I use has mostly weight machines with a few free weights and I also have some weights at home and a weight bench so any help would be apreciated
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Newbie needs some advice
- Thread starter leetwin
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That all looks easy enough to follow but does it mean that I have to do all free weights????
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variety works. do a couple weeks at 8-15 reps per set, and then go to 3-5 reps per set.
a lot of people love weight-lifting but calisthenic work can be more beneficial a lot:
there are a bunch of workouts and workout programs on this site.
variety works. do a couple weeks at 8-15 reps per set, and then go to 3-5 reps per set.
a lot of people love weight-lifting but calisthenic work can be more beneficial a lot:
That all looks easy enough to follow but does it mean that I have to do all free weights????
no you can use machines etc.
Hi folks, I have been sticking to the above routine rigidly for the past 4 weeks and was due to move to program 3 of the weight routine this week but a week ago I contracted Gastroenteritis and I have basically spent the last week with my head stuck down the toilet etc.. and the weight routine went out the window while i've been ill but what I was wondering is where do I start the routine from should I be taking it easy for the 1st couple of times or just move up to program 3 like I was gonna....
Hi folks, I have been sticking to the above routine rigidly for the past 4 weeks and was due to move to program 3 of the weight routine this week but a week ago I contracted Gastroenteritis and I have basically spent the last week with my head stuck down the toilet etc.. and the weight routine went out the window while i've been ill but what I was wondering is where do I start the routine from should I be taking it easy for the 1st couple of times or just move up to program 3 like I was gonna....
I'd say stick to that programme you were on for another week or two. See how you cope with that then probably move on to program 3.
Seems like the logical thing to do.
I'd say stick to that programme you were on for another week or two. See how you cope with that then probably move on to program 3.
Seems like the logical thing to do.
This is sound advice. Dont push yourself too hard after being ill for a week. Make sure you're proficient at the current level before moving onto the next, and in the long run you're improvement will be greater as you'll have a more solid foundation to build on.
All the best
Xav