I'd like advice please. I've read somewhere that it's possible to actually lose weight and tone up with doing weight training instead of cardio. I am doing cardio at the moment but I'm not toned and I don't enjoy doing it and feel like giving it up. I've never done any weight training but I do have a set of weights. Is it possible for a beginner like me to lose a few pounds and get toned up in a few weeks with hand weights? If so, what is the absolute easiest way to start for someone new to this and do I also need to continue doing some cardio? If so, how many hours of cardio do you think I need to do in addition to the weight training. I still want to look feminine although I would like to be able to wear any type of clothing that I like. I hope someone will reply.
You might want to swing by the 'Exercise' and 'Weight Lifting' sections in the forum; there are several conversations going on there that will help give you a bit more information to start with.
Best of luck, looking forward to seeing you around the boards!
I just bought "The new rules of lifting for women" although I have not started it, it is very informative and gives a lot of tips to help you get started!
hi-i can recommend a workout that i do called MINISTRY OF SOUND PUMP IT UP-its a mix of cardio n toning and im toned from following those workouts-there r a few in that series that u can buy online-good luck!:-)
Thanks, appreciate the replies. There are a lot of books on weight training for women so it's difficult to choose what to go for. How long does it take to tone up once you start lifting weights? I am 5'2" and weigh around 116 - 117 lbs. Should I am for something like 110lbs and then start weight training?
You're well within a 'healthy range' for BMI standards. If you have any specific health concerns, talk to a doctor before starting a new workout routine. Apart from that, I can't see why you'd want to wait before starting!
The most important thing is to take your time and LEARN THE MOVEMENTS PROPERLY; strength training is great, but working out should ideally never result in injuries. Go slow, be responsible about the weight that you try to lift, and enjoy!
Advice required please
Wow, I'm also 5'2" - I'd love to be at 117!