Women Weight Training Knowledge Base
Weight training for women - how much weight to start with and how much is safe? I've just started weight training exercises and I was just wondering what is the average weight a woman can bench press and curl when she first starts, and how much weight is safe for a woman to build up to? and I have always heard that woman can lift weights and not look like the women in body building magazines. Am I wrong? That's not the look I'm after. I don't want to look like a man for God's sake
Women weight training? If i have been working out (weight training) with 5 lbs, 8 lbs, and 10 lbs for about 7 months.. Should i started adding more weight? I know that you are supposed to change because if not your body gets accustomed and isnt working out. What should i start using 8, 10, and 12 lbs? Isnt that too much for a women?
women weight training? I would like to start weight training but I dont seem to be able to find a place that does it close by. Anyone know where I can find a club that that weight training for women in SE9 London ? thanks
What are the best weight training exercises for women softball players? Need a good womens' weight training regimen to increase running speed, bat speed, hitting distance.
What's a good book on strength/weight training for women? I want something that's going to give me example workouts (not just how to do single exercises) I can do at the gym. I'm not really interested in books that also have diet advice but those suggestions okay as long as the bulk of the book is about exercising.
Is 40lbs to much for a women to lift in weight training.? I'm trying to achieve leaner arms and have been lifting 40lbs 8 reps 4 sets. Is 40lbs to much for a women with a small frame? My brother says if I go down in weight lifts I'm going to hit a 'wall' and will stop seeing results. I don't want muscular arms just small and lean.
Women weight training and cardio? Personal trainers - I'm currently overweight and have changed my lifestyle for the better the last few months. I eat healthy and drink water. I exercise 6 days a week ( 3 days are cardio and 3 days are cardio and weight training). As far as weight training, what type of training can I do to work on my upper inner thighs. I understand with time that cardio will work off the fat, but I would also like to weight train this area. What can I do to help with the upper inner thighs.
Weight training for women? my mom wanted to know,What are some work outs for women in weight training 40 years or older?
Is weight training for just men or women too? I;ll do that this summer along with Yoga. Which one do you reccomend to do first Yoga or weight training? Isn't Yoga some sort of cool down?
do you know about weight training for women exercises? where I can get weight training for women exercises ???
What is a good women's weight training glove? Any brand you can recommend or avoid?
If I (women) do weight training will i pick up weight? Im trying to tone my body!? Im scared that I will bulk up. . .
Does weight training for men help reduce adominal fat as study shows for women? The study was funded by the National Institutes of Health and is being presented Friday at an American Heart Association conference in Phoenix showing the merits of weight training in women to reduce adominal fat(Web site article below). My question is does this also apply to men? I am overweight and walking a good amount(1 hour 5 days per week). Do I integrate weight training for 2 or 3 of these hours? http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060304/ap_on_he_me/fitness_weightlifting_women
i want a weight training dvd specifically for women, but i don't want a beginners dvd? i want a weight training dvd specifically for women, but i don't want a beginners dvd, i want a challenge. also, all i have are 8 lb. weights...no high tech stuff. i just want something challenging that incorporates the simple technology. any ideas? thanks...
What's the difference between weight training a man and weight training a woman? I know the basics of weight training for men but have never weight trained a woman. A friend wants me to help her weight train to lose fat. How do I do this?
Weight training, is it good for women? I am an extremely skinny girl who is in her 20s and is 5'1 in height. But in a week i have got addicted to the weight training. I just have to go to the gym everyday. will i be able to achieve a good body? how long should it take? My arms ache every morning, but not too much. and what kind of food would you recommend me?
Suggestions for a woman weight-training for weight loss? I don't want to be all muscley or anything, but I keep hearing how if you want to lose weight you have to weight train so you lose fat not muscle and increase your metabolism. So I am wondering what kinds of things I should be doing each day and for how long. Just some simple things I can do at home. I don't have any weights but I'll get some when I know what to do. Thanks!
Where can I get women's weight training log book? Does anyone have a I-8oo no. I can call to order Hers training log?
Strength training program for women? [weight loss?] PLEASE HELP!? Im on a diet and im doing cardio, now i just need to add in strength training for weight loss, i want to lose the stomach fat and the thigh fat, can anyone make me a plan for strength training at home or tell me what your doing? Im not in a gym, i do my exercising at home. 3 day or a 4 day plan would be wonderful! Please help! thanks.
DVDs for weight training for women? I'm looking for a DVD that would guide me in weight training for a woman. I'm currently a complete weakling. I'm 138 pounds and hope to drop down to 120 if not 115. I'm starting 15 minutes of cardio ellipitical every day and want to add weights into my training but into the amount of actually gaining strength, not just toning. any ideas on how to get start, easy home equipment? i'd like to just use dumbbells (10 pounders max is this is enough?), and DVDs that would be great to start with. any ideas are appreciated thank you!
weight training safety and effectiveness for women? I read that when doing aerobic exercise, it is important to drink water, doing warm up, stretch, and stretch again after finishing. What about weight training, what are some steps I need to do to ensure safety and effectiveness during and after training? I'm training at home with the two 5 pounds weights. Also, I also heard somewhere that you shouldn't work on the same muscle continuously. Like, if you work on your arms, you shouldn't work on your arm again the next day but wait until the day after that. Something about muscle recovery. Is that true?
Weight Training for Women? What to do? I need to start lifting weights. Basically when I do weights how many reps to I do and how many times? are there any free websites out there that can tell me what to do? I'm so new
Is weight training the "best" way to get ride of cellulite on back on legs for women? What are the best exercises to get ride of cellulite on hamstrings?
whats the best weight training exercise for arms for women? i dont want bulk just nice muscle definition.? i'm going to the gym and doing a good bit of cardio but i'm also doing weight training. i notice my arms getting a bit bulky like my shirt sleeves are tight around the upper arm. is this normal? i dont want to be too bulky i just want some nice muscle definition in the upper arm and shoulders. any suggestion on good exercises for that?
Can anyone suggest a good/detailed weight training plan for women? (for 3 to 4 days/week)? It has been years, but I am trying to get myself back into the gym and tone up.
Can anyone give me tips on weight loss and weight training for women? I've always been known as "The Bigger Girl" and I'm ready for a change in my life. I've tried diets, running on an elliptical until I couldn't see straight and lifting weights until I couldn't move (I'm sure I was doing it wrong). Nothing works. What the scale says really does not matter to me but what I see in the mirror does. I realize I've got a very long way to go until I'll be at my goal and I've decided to give myself 1 year to start seeing a change. If not, I've made an appointment for a consultation with a plastic surgeon for Summer 2010. I need to find a full program that can be broken down into separate days (ie: Arms - Monday, Thursday). Someone please help.
Weight training routines for women????? ANy personal trainers or avid weight lifters out there PLEASE help.? I want to lift weights to tone up and speed up my metabolism. I just do not know what to do as a woman. If you have any routines for women or tips that could help me get started. How many reps how many sets sites where i can get info ect. Thanks.
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hey question about having high testoterone levels and weight training as a woman? my boxing/martial arts workout video is great but now they're starting to use weight training in half the video and I'm wondering should I skip that part becuase as a woman I have higher testosterone then whats typical, whatever level that is.. so should I not do the weight training portion? becuase I don't want to bulk up
Do men feel that women shouldn't be working out at the weight-lifting section of the gym? Do men feel like the weight-lifting section should be "men only?" I feel like they dog at me hard when I go to the weight training section. They make feel so awkward and out of place. Their stares feel like it's saying, "go back to your kitchen, woman!" I just prefer weight training over cardio. I hate cardio.
does anyone have a weight training / competition diet for women? I'm very active. I work out 3-4 times a week for 1 hour (lifting weights) with a trainer. I do high reps and low weights. I do not want to be a big muscle women, I just want to be tone and defined. I do my abs almost every day. I do about 30-60 min of cardio each day. I eat low fat, high protein, high fiber, veggies and only low fat dairy. I do not eat red meat ever. Any suggestions? I'm at a stand still - I want to take off about 10-15 pounds in two months. PLEASE only answer this question with personal knowledge - I do not need websites ie: links unless they lay a diet out for you - I'm not trying to buy any diet pills. I know how to use the internet thank you.
how much weight training should a woman do to see results? Like how many exercises per muscle and how often?
weight training muscular? if women do weight training does it make their body muscular like those weight lifters?
Does anyone know a great place in san diego to get one on one weight lifting training? I'm a 21 year old female, 5'7" (130lbs) with a skinier frame and i want to bulk up. I want to have strong definition all over my body, basically, I want to look like Jackie Warner on Bravo's show series Workout. I've been looking for a place that offers personal training to achieve this goal but I can't seem to find just the right place. Does anyone have any suggestions? Can anyone point me in any sort of direction? I would also love to hear from any other women who have been weight lifting/exercising for a while and here your rants and raves. Any little thing will help!
DOes sex have negative impacts on weight training? Heres a stupid example, in Rockey,the film... rockey's trainer says stay away from women when training, they make you weaker.
This women just looks weird when i do weight training at the gym? Why is that.I am 5.7,155-166 lbs. One day i was training at the gym.Doing dumbell curl with the shirt of.I have many veins on my biceps and forearm.I need a bench to do incline.So this women was standing there with one bench alone and asked her if she was using the bench and she said she is not.And i took it.After that day whenever i am at the gym this women looks me like i am marcus ruhl or ronnie coleman or whatever. Well there is also a guy that looks like marcus ruhl at my gym.Compared to him i am just a kid.I still dont understand why this women. My stats Deadlift:245 lbs Bench:205 Leg press;500 shoulder press:115 Tricep:100 Shrug:220 His stats Bench:500 lbs like it is nothing Deadlift:700 Leg press:1500 Tricep:180 Shrug:500
Is it true if you do cardio after weight training it can help lose muscle? i am a women who is already slim just trying to make some muscle in the right areas and tone up, but ive heard thats its bad to combine cardio with weight training , that cardio won;t help you make muscle instead it will make them smaller.. Is that true?
This women just looks me like weird when i do weight training at the gym? Why is that.I am 5.7,155-166 lbs. One day i was training at the gym.Doing dumbell curl with the shirt of.I have many veins on my biceps and forearm.I need a bench to do incline.So this women was standing there with one bench alone and asked her if she was using the bench and she said she is not.And i took it.After that day whenever i am at the gym this women looks me like i am marcus ruhl or ronnie coleman or whatever. Well there is also a guy that looks like marcus ruhl at my gym.Compared to him i am just a kid.I still dont understand why this women. My stats Deadlift:245 lbs Bench:205 Leg press;500 shoulder press:115 Tricep:100 Shrug:220 His stats Bench:500 lbs like it is nothing Deadlift:700 Leg press:1500 Tricep:180 Shrug:500 quit lying about what part.
Wondering what type of weight-training equipment to buy? I am serious about starting weight-training, into my fitness plan. I want one for home use. First, I considered getting a basic, weight-bench for this, but I am not so sure, now . .if this will do. My goal is to weight-train for building strength, but slightly building lean, toned muscles . . . not for big, bulging muscles. I am a petite, but healthy-weight woman, who is aiming for lean, feminine look, but strong build. So, based on this info that I have given, which type will be more suitable, and effective to achieve this? A weight-bench for bench pressing free-weights OR a weight-train machine that has weight-blocks on it with pulleys? Or both? I am not an expert on this, so I am kindly asking: Do YOU have an answer that may help me with this decision? All answers will be appreciated! Angela
Dating a Woman who does weight training? This is targeted for men but woman can answer. Would you ever date a woman who does weight training and why? If not what puts you off... okay not talking about getting massive that you look like a man.. but just about the right muscles in the right place and being firm. Ladies please I dont take steroids & have no intentions of looking like a man. And the best answer will get my user name on the dating site to check out the bod in 11 weeks
What girls are afraid of weight training? I just wondered why women and girls are so afraid to lift weights? Are you afraid? if so why? Or do you love it like me? I lift and do cardio about 6 days a week and it not only tones your body but makes you look lean and healthy. I don't get why people want to be so stick skinny. I love lifting and it works. I meant girls around 18 years of age and up I am sorry for the confusion, I myself did not lift as a young teen either.
women? do you weight train? do you weight train? what do you think of weight training? do you think it is necesarry for fitness? what do you do? would you hire a female personal trainer?
Ladies...how do you feel about weight training for women? Do you think they should do it? Should they lift heavy or light? What are the benefits and downsides? Do you do it? Do you like it? If you don't do it, would you do it? Just looking for some honest opinions here? Hey everyone...I appreciate the opinions. I already have my own ideas about it. First is, women will never get as bulky as men, they lack the testosterone to be able to do so. Many female bodybuilders take steroids. The ones who don't train very hard and have been training for a long time. They follow strict diets and eat to gain muscle. A women who doesn't follow a strict plan will never look like a bodybuilder. Second is, because you can't bulk up that much, there's no reason to lift light. Lifting heavy will get you where you want faster. Finally, aside from increased metabolism and the hot body, weight training is very important for women (maybe moreso than for men) because as women age they tend to lose bone density, particularly after menopause, which leaves them with a higher chance of getting osteoporosis than men. Weight training increases bone density. Basically weight training is the best way for women to ensure they'll live a long, healthy, and fulfilling lifestyle.
Is there a maximum recommended dumbell weight for women's strength training? Hi, so I understand women should lift heavy weight to lose fat which is what I have been doing for 2 months and which has worked extremely effectively for fat loss. I also know women getting too bulky from weight training is a myth and that it is rare due to our mucher lower testosterone, but what I am confused about is that I have rapidly progressed and currently use 8kilo (17.5 pound) dumbells in each hand for major body exercises and a little lighter for the various arm exercises and as I reach a point of being able to do more than16 reps for 5-8 sets I go up in weight and my trainer believes I will soon be progressing to 10 kilo dumbells (22 pounds) in each hand for 8 sets of 8 reps. That seems like a lot and I can't seem to find much reference to this on the net. Is there a point where weights are so heavy that women actually do bulk? I am really only looking to lose weight and keep a toned body.
does weight training make women bulky? will it just put muscle underneath their fat or will it burn away the fat, add more muscle, and reveal the muscle that was underneath the fat? so confused haha. sweet thanks! that really helped :)
Weight training for women website? I'm looking to start lifting weights to tone and sculpt and I've looked at several books (which all seem to be pretty expensive and/or don't give me enough information). Does anyone know of any good websites that list (and possibly has pictures that demonstrate) specific exercises used to tone specific areas for women? All I've found is http://www.strength-training-woman.com/ which is okay but I'm looking for more. If you know of any great websites, please let me know!
Do men feel that women shouldn't be working out at the weight-lifting section of the gym? Do men feel like the weight-lifting section should be "men only?" I feel like they dog at me hard when I go to the weight training section. They make feel so awkward and out of place. Their stares feel like it's saying, "go back to your kitchen, woman!" I just prefer weight training over cardio. I hate cardio.
What were your results with cardio AND strength training for weight loss (women)? I've done quite a bit of research on the benefits of cardio vs strength training vs a combination of both- and it's pretty debatable. That being said- please, no lectures. It seems to me that every side has a study to back up their claims- which is fine :) All exercise is good in one way or another. I am simply curious as to the actual results women have had with toning their bodies through strength training as well as doing moderate to heavy cardio on a daily basis. So, if you could please tell me how often/how much you did cardio and strength training (for example, 6 days/week, 30 mins Cardio, 30 mins ST), as well as how many pounds and inches you lost in a month, that would be extremely helpful and much appreciated. Thanks! (Also, sorry if this has already been asked- it seems like I looked everywhere, but I might have missed something.)
Can weight training in for women while on maintenance calories cause clothes to fit tighter? Hi,to clarify, I am not a novice to the fitness world. Far from it, I was a cardio bunny--skinny with very little upper body muscle--till I chanced upon p90x. since then I've done two rounds of p90x--yes the entire program sticking to it like 99%--one round of X plus, and then combo with Insanity, Brazil, and then combo with Chalean Extreme and Brazil. I always add 5-7 more sessions of cardio (Jogging, sprints) while on a resistance program. Since Chalean, which focuses more than p90x on lower body work (lunges deadlifts squats) and while on a super duper clean athlete's (think 6-7 meals with 35% lean protein, 45% low glycemic carb, and 15% good fat ratio) maintenance diet with an occasional red wine or splurge here and there, I gained like an inch overall. My biceps and shoulders became visibly thicker as did the pecs--with the result that bras are tighter. however, to my dismay, so are my pants. Because I started skating and skiing and playing soccer at an early age, I already had muscular thick legs and am a mesomorph with hourglass to pear shape. however, my legs now feel more solid than ever and the longer muscle groups particularly the quads and hams are more defined. Though not a novice to fitness and actually well-read on the subject (it's sort of my hobby), I was under the impression that as a woman I could not 'bulk up'. I did supplement with glutamine and whey and amino acid complex but didn't take anything else (not even creatine). I know that as a mesomorph I am more predisposed to building muscle. I also added cardio regularly and even brought in stuff from p90x (plyo, kenpo). however, I read that muscle takes up about 22% less space than fat--that means it still takes up 78% AS MUCH (emphasis) space. Could it be that I did not lose any fat BUT gained muscle and so my clothes fit tighter? Trust me I am not trying to make excuses for poor eating habits--I am very disciplined and actually detest junk. I'm 5 4 and usually in the 115 to 117 range but haven't weighed myself--my guess is I'm up to 120 now; I just measured and I'm up by an inch all over. I used to be 18% BF but my guess is now I'm down to something like 16.5 %. My question is--could clothes fit tighter as a result of weight training while on a maintenance diet? I was lifting pretty heavy weights --almost as much as Chalene, and doing the correct number of reps to near or complete failure. Also, what shall I do now? Should I try to catabolize the muscle? Oh also, I've been noticing a huge increase in appetite (usually craving more protein actually)--could it be that I built muscle and as a result have increased my metabolic rate (RMR)? --though the rate at which muscle contributes to calories burned is debated. I'm now trying to do 2 solid hours of cardio and 1200 calories a day to blast off the fat and/or breakdown the muscle! Please help! Oh I should add that while I could maintain this regimen of 1200 calories plus cardio easily before resistance training, now I find it's almost hellish and torturous. I get regular dizzy spells, black spots in front of my eyes, some trembling and cold sweat, I guess some signs of low blood sugar (yes even when eating every 2.5 to 3.5 hours just b/c the calories are capped at 1250 even taking into account splenda and lettuce!). I used to have a subscription to body bugg so I know that with this level of exercise I'm burning approx 2250 calories a day); 1000 calorie deficit shouldn't be too much but I fear my body might be going into starvation and/or overtraining alarm mode. Could this be true? Any tips on ridding myself of the lower body muscle (yeah yeah I know it boosts the metabolism but what's the point in that if I can no longer fit well into my size 4s, muscle is still more volume. I don't care about the number on the scale per se; I just don't want thicker legs no wonder how sol
if a women does resistant training, i understand you will gain muscles and gain weight, but? will your body shape change? I want a more firmer appearance, but I am worried I would go bigger, I am just not certain of the consequence of resistant training
in women in what ways does weight training change the shape of your body? i dont want to become a bigger person, but i just want to look stronger, what does it mean by firming the body, and what does that mean
When woman do weight training, do they only get a firmer body and not bulky muscles? what does it mean to get a firm body, would you become a bigger person......as I do not want to get bigger
weight training for women? Tips for someone who wants to start doing weights? I was once using a hip abductor machine when a female trainer walks in. I was doing about 130lbs I believe but she tells me that's wrong for women. She then moves it to about 80lbs. She told me that for women to get 'fit', they don't over do it, instead they start out somewhere really low for a longer period of time. Is this true? Or should I try to work out my muscle more because at 80lbs I didn't feel the burning sensation I felt at 130lbs. It was fairly easy, felt too easy. I wish to lose weight and tone up. I did start out low and worked my way to 130lbs but that trainer said to stay at 80lbs because it is better way for women to tone up.
weight training for women? Hi guys am a mature lady who would like to start weight training at home what size weights should I start with and would any one know a good beginners training dvd or routine thanks sue
can women do weight training during period time? I wonder if can women do weight training during period time? what exercise should be avoided?
How often should women weight train? I'm trying to tone my arms a bit. I've read some places women should do it almost everyday and some said every second and so forth. What should I do?
When women do weight training and gain muscle, can that cause your body to bulk up? if i just want a toning appearance, with defined muscles, would i become a bigger clothes size
When a women tries to firm her body by doing weight training frequently,? can gaining muscle cause your clothes size to go bigger, what does it mean to firm the body....for me i just want to tone my body , without bulking, and have some definition, will this cause me to be bigger?
What is a good weight training program for women? Weight training splits or alternating upper and lower body? I'm just getting back into working out and want to incorporate some weight training. I've read alot about this and everyone seems to have conflicting opinions.. My target is to lose about 15 pounds and build some lean muscle. Do you recommend weight training splits that target one or two muscle groups a day or alternating upper and lower body days? Thanks for the help!
Affordable women's weight training or lifting in NYC? I blow glass, which is a physically demanding art. I have a small frame (5'6", 105 lbs, slender build/bone structure) and because the scale of my concepts is often beyond what I can physically lift and/or manipulate, I must rely on strong male assistants most of the time once it gets past a certain size/weight (when dealing with spinning, molten glass, 20 lbs feels like 100.) I'd like to get to a point where I can handle most of my own work. I live in NYC (Brooklyn), and I want to find a weight training class to build strength, particularly arms, wrists, and abdominal muscles. My body is different from a man's, so I'd like something tailored to women, but not simply "toning" for aesthetics - I need STRENGTH. I cannot afford a personal trainer, unless there are some cheap ones hiding out there. My budget is $100/mo or less, though if there is something really amazing out there I may be able to scrape up a bit more. I would prefer something either in North Brooklyn or in proximity to 14th st in Manhattan (where I work), but I am open to most of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and if it's reaaaallly great, maybe parts of Queens off the G or R. Thanks for the help!
How can you weight train for more curves? In other words how can you get a bigger butt, thighs, and chest with weight training? I know that some women weight train to get bigger muscles/bulk up. Maybe it won't get your body a whole lot bigger, but using heavy weights must do something (at least tone), right? Female body builders have big muscles. I already do squats, lunges, bench presses, etc. with 10 pound dumbells. If I continue, how will my body look? What else can I do?
mma weight training for women? i need help wit all the details i need to know about mma training. weight, workout routines, etc
what percentage of men and women have to lose weight before army basic training? im trying to find the percent of men and women who have to lose weight in order to make it into the army,navy,air force,and marines basic training. please helppppp
What is Women's Carbohydrate Requirement for Weight Training / Fitness? Exp: ...gr/kg NOTE:Sorry for my bad English THANKS @Shamoun: Ofcourse I did !!! But i cant find any "accurate" answer
Why do many women fear becoming "bulky" if they do any weight/strength training? A female friend has told me she doesn't want to "get bulky" from weight training. I've also heard/read this from other women. I told her that the most "bulky" women work out many hours a week. The average person in a gym doesn't work out near that intensity. Plus, women simply don't have the testosterone levels to really build bulky muscles. Even women I've seen who do hit the weights regularly look sculpted/toned but not bulky.
weight training for women? i want to tone up just a little bit more... i'm 5'4" and 113 lbs so i'm not heavy and dont have much fat to lose but I was just wondering what type of weight training routine would be good for me to get results... like how long i need to weight train/ how many days per week and what kind of exercises should i be doing.. thanks!
Best way for a woman to start weight training? I have never lifted weights before but I really want my arms toned up and defined. What am I best starting on and what should I be doing? I have 1kg weights and also A resistance tube. Thanks for any advice.
