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lifting_heavy_things2010-09-25 10:15 pm
to_love_a_rose) wrote in lifting_heavy_things2010-09-25 10:15 pm
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Aside from rock climbing and hiking and roller blading, all of which are not options for me right now for reasons that I don't feel like going into, weight lifting is probably my favorite form of exercise. I'd like to get into a sort of routine, and I was hoping to get some community feedback on setting one up.
Me: I am 26 and relatively healthy. I can't tell you my BMI because I refuse to know my weight, but I consider myself to be at a good weight for me. I'm female, if that matters, but I get the feeling that in this comm you aren't going to give me different advice just because I'm a girl. (That's why I'm here.)
My equipment: I have three sets of dumbbells (8, 10, and 15 lbs), a resistance band that's probably not worth much, and my own body weight to work with. I have zero money to spend on this, so that will have to do. I don't have access to a gym (see above re: money). All exercise will take place on my bedroom floor.
My abilities: The other day I did 20 bicep curls with the 8lb weights. I also did 10 lateral raises and some triceps kickbacks. I did 12 hands and toes push ups this morning, and probably could have squeezed out one or two more, but I have some anxiety issues that can be triggered by physical activity. I tend to back off before I've pushed myself all the way to the limit.
Other stuff: I have enough time to exercise, but not a lot of time. I'm looking for a routine that will cover the basics, and takes 15 to 20 minutes, or maybe a half hour. I have some moderate weight issues, so please no advice relating to weight or nutrition.
Here's what I've got so far:
Pushups, biceps curls, triceps kickbacks, triceps extensions, lateral raises.
What I'm looking for:
Lower body stuff, abs, balance, general advice on getting started, suggestions for staying interested in a routine, anything else that you guys think I should know.
Great community, by the way! :)
Me: I am 26 and relatively healthy. I can't tell you my BMI because I refuse to know my weight, but I consider myself to be at a good weight for me. I'm female, if that matters, but I get the feeling that in this comm you aren't going to give me different advice just because I'm a girl. (That's why I'm here.)
My equipment: I have three sets of dumbbells (8, 10, and 15 lbs), a resistance band that's probably not worth much, and my own body weight to work with. I have zero money to spend on this, so that will have to do. I don't have access to a gym (see above re: money). All exercise will take place on my bedroom floor.
My abilities: The other day I did 20 bicep curls with the 8lb weights. I also did 10 lateral raises and some triceps kickbacks. I did 12 hands and toes push ups this morning, and probably could have squeezed out one or two more, but I have some anxiety issues that can be triggered by physical activity. I tend to back off before I've pushed myself all the way to the limit.
Other stuff: I have enough time to exercise, but not a lot of time. I'm looking for a routine that will cover the basics, and takes 15 to 20 minutes, or maybe a half hour. I have some moderate weight issues, so please no advice relating to weight or nutrition.
Here's what I've got so far:
Pushups, biceps curls, triceps kickbacks, triceps extensions, lateral raises.
What I'm looking for:
Lower body stuff, abs, balance, general advice on getting started, suggestions for staying interested in a routine, anything else that you guys think I should know.
Great community, by the way! :)