Monday, July 9, 2012

#Mamavation Monday ~ Workout with Weights



Do you work out with weights?  Honestly, no.  I try to, but the pure thought of free weights intimidates me each and every time.  I have tried.  Even participated in a few Body Pump classes at the local YMCA.  But I feel like a fool.  I feel sloppy, unsteady & definitely unsure of myself.  I have asked questions.  Even been shown how to properly lift, yet I don't feel sure enough to do it on my own.  The most that I have felt able to do is 10# bicep curls & 10# lat raises.  Other than that, I rely  on weight assisted machines.  I do the reps, but have yet to see any results.  That is why I am going to be tuning in tonight for MAMAVATION TV: 7pm PST/10pm EST on Mingle Media TV.  I really am hoping that by watching special guest Melissa Parks that I will learn some proper lifting techniques so that I build muscle, tone out the fat & not hurt myself.  

I would also like to thank the entire Mamavation community for their support the past few weeks.  I truly feel the support from each of you & look forward to the months & years ahead  as we all work towards our goals.  I would also like to thank you for the blogging carnival win last week!  It was & is a huge surprise:)


 “This post is sponsored by Omron and hosted by Mamavation – a community dedicated to obesity prevention & weight loss for women and I’m writing this to be entered into a giveaway”
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3 comments:

  1. FineNaturalHairandFaithJuly 9, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    What amount of weights to you use? Maybe just start with 3 pounds and do slow repetitions for concentration. If 3 pounds isn't challenging up it. You want your muscle to feel slightly fatigued after a set of lifting.

    I love using weights because it increases the heart rate, thereby burning more calories. I use 5 and 10 pounds depending on the exercise. It's challenging but I keep going to reach my goal.

    Michelle

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  2. AnonymousJuly 9, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    good luck with this next weeks goals and i hope everything goes well for you

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  3. UnknownJuly 11, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    I wouldn't worry about how much you are lifting at first, start with your form. At least, that is what personal trainers have told me.

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