strength training questions

[sherry7899]

Originally Posted by Karla25

Why not just toss in two or three of Margaret’s weight workouts per week? I would be hesitant about circuit and weight training back to back if I had shoulder issues.

I usually will loosely do a day of cardio + pilates, followed by a day of weights + stretching, then a day of yoga, next day weights and repeat rotation. Sometimes I use light weights with the cardio, but the moves are slow and controlled. This keeps my body flexible, pain free and strong.

I usually use no more than 3-10lbs. I can do push-ups from my toes etc. I don’t want muscular arms like a man, but feel it’s important to be able to lift heavy objects when needed.

Thanks, Karla! I will definitely not use weights two days in a row. I would hurt myself! Thank you for sharing your rotation ideas. I like it!

[noodles]

I'm with Tugger, weights have definitely changed my body shape in a positive way and I'm 53. I generally do home weights with Cathe and 65 pounds for chest press and deadlift is my max. I also go to the gym for treadmill hiit interval classes and circuit classes to mix it up and burn the fat. Nutrition is the key. You have to shed the fat to see the muscle. But you also have to enjoy what you're doing otherwise you won't be consistent.

[sherry7899]

Thanks, Noodles. You are really strong! I am very impressed.