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Yeah, it is refreshing to see people posting results from these predominantly weight lifting programs. Helps keep me motivated on what I'm doing. If anyone is
by Stwerner 14y ago
Yeah, it is refreshing to see people posting results from these predominantly weight lifting programs. Helps keep me motivated on what I'm doing.
If anyone is interested in starting, but lacks the money for a personal trainer, I've found Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe (http://www.amazon.com/By-Mark-Rippetoe-Lon-Kilgore/dp/B005PITS1E/ http://www.amazon.com/By-Mark-Rippetoe-Lon-Kilgore/dp/B005PI...) to be a huge help in learning all the lifts. The first chapter is almost 60 pages just on squats going over everything from foot position to hand position, along with an explanation of why.
- spking 14y agoLooks interesting. I know a lot of beginners have had solid results with 5x5 as well: http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-beginner-strength-training-program/ http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-beginner-strength-tra... There's a free iOS app for tracking progress too: http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-app/ http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-app/
- Stwerner 14y agoYeah, I'm actually doing the stronglifts 5x5 program. The Starting Strength book is still really useful for learning the lifts and getting all of the detail. With stronglifts you're going to get high in weight quick - so knowing form well is kind of important.
- thisisnotmyname 14y agoDefinitely agree on Starting Strength. Its done wonders for me, and there's no bs in the workouts, just basic barbell movements.
- Casc 14y agoStarting Strength is the perfect go to beginner - intermediate guide to weight training. Good for you, you're on the right track.
- joelhooks 14y agoStarting Strength is such a great book. Simple no nonsense. The diagrams are extremely helpful. I never knew you could fill that many pages on performing a proper squat.