Beginning Bodybuilding Anyone?

[ChocolateSoda]

Ok, I'm nowhere close to being in shape. I have a lot of weight to loose but I joined the gym and I want to take advantage of the weight machines & lifting equipment. I really enjoy lifting weights, but I want to do it correctly.

I found an article in Body & Soul magazine at the gym where a lady went from a fat 300 to like 170 and totally ripped/all muscle (She is 6' tall)! She is a huge inspiration to me!
(I want to steal that article so bad!:sekret:)

Anyone into bodybuilding that would like to give some advice?

I found this beginner's routine on bodybuilding.com and I am going to give it a try or work up to it anyway.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/mercedes2.htm

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[ChocolateSoda]

Oops! Heart & Soul magazine (not body & soul)

[ChocolateSoda]

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Here is a very inspiring story of fat girl turned bodybuilder:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/lauri1.htm (http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/lauri1.htm)

[sunshinelady]

Serious bodybuilding is not good for a women who has plans to conceive. I've been told, by naturopaths, that it can contribute to fibroids and other reproductive issues.

[frizzy]

I have always liked lifting weights. I don't do it regularly, but I like it. I am going to start a routine soon, I finally found my weightlifting book yesterday while digging around in my closet. I had been looking for it for months. woohoo

I think weightlifting is the way to go, the idea of stretch marks and sagging skin don't appeal to me AT ALL when it comes to losing weight. So anything to keep it to a minimum is a plus.

There is a member here by the name of VWvixen that is a lifter/body shaping champion! I'm sure she will chime in!

[ChocolateSoda]

I have no plans on being a mom again. But I can totally see the concern. Always check with the dr. I got the green light from my doctor (she was probably thinking RUN don't walk to that gym!:lachen:).

FIZZY, Thanks for the info. I believe I saw (and printed) some recipes from VWVixen, I hope she will stop by to say hi.

I should probably invest in a good bodybuilding book too.

I have my routine printed out in a folder and so far I've been too embarassed to go in there with my little papers, I already feel like a goober. haha I am slowly getting more & more comfortable though.

(I've always been a shy gurl:blush:)

[frizzy]

Serious bodybuilding is not good for a women who has plans to conceive. I've been told, by naturopaths, that it can contribute to fibroids and other reproductive issues.


NOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooo :sad:

Wait, you said serious bodybuilding, that's not my ambition, at all. I'm talking 30 lbs, to start with and not going any higher than 50 lbs. for all over toning.

I agree heavy weightlifting that stops menstruation and turns your boobs into hard little rocks is not good for any woman.

[starfish]

New Rules of Lifting
New Rules of Lifting for Women (this one is harder)

both workout books by Alwyn Cosgrove. Google the name and you'll find plenty of helpful articles.

good luck!

[lawyer2be371]

I'm starting a weight lifting program, so maybe we can bounce some items off each other!

[ChocolateSoda]

Well I have been steady loosing weight and I have a long way to go. But I have noticed things are going south real fast so I thought bodybuilding might help me stay firm. I don't want to compete or anything.

Right now I can comfortably lift 50 to 70 lbs with the machines doing 8 to 10 reps for each muscle group. I feel I could lift more, but am going slow 'cause I don't want to hurt myself.

I had a hysterectomy years ago because of fibroids. I wonder if there are other risks.

Starfish, Thanks for the book recommendations!

[Natural-K]

New Rules of Lifting
New Rules of Lifting for Women (this one is harder)

both workout books by Alwyn Cosgrove. Google the name and you'll find plenty of helpful articles.

good luck!

I agree. I have this book and I would definitely recommend it.

[ChocolateSoda]

I peeped this book @ Half.com - I like them 'cause they only charge like $3-something for shipping.

[starfish]

I agree. I have this book and I would definitely recommend it.

Seriously ChocolateSoda, the New Rules of Lifting for Women is an amazing program and book. Follow it to a "T" and you won't go wrong. it's a 6 month program and after you finish it you can choose from a variety of exercises from the New Rules of Lifting.

Once you get the book and start it, here's a fantastic message board dedicated to the book and where you can ask questions. http://forums.jpfitness.com/new-rules-lifting-women/

[ChocolateSoda]

:woohoo:
Oh snap!! Now I can't wait to get this book! And I can read it while I'm on the treadmill.

The fitness board looks very interesting too! :yep:

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THANKS SO MUCH STARFISH!

[ChocolateSoda]

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I found "New Rules of lifting for women" book on ebay for $16.50 w/shipping.

CAN'T WAIT!
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[morehairplease]

thanks for this thread ladies! To the OP, I am printing the articles from the links you posted...thanks for sharing them. I am also going to purchase the two bodybuilding books.

Thanks ladies

[ChocolateSoda]

thanks for this thread ladies! To the OP, I am printing the articles from the links you posted...thanks for sharing them. I am also going to purchase the two bodybuilding books.

Thanks ladies

Good Luck!! :strong:I am such a beginner, but I'm excited about learning more. I haven't really gotten into my solid routine yet though.

I've been searching really hard to find as many fat to muscular articles and there aren't many at all. I may scan/share that article I found in Heart & Soul.:scratchch It's short but so inspirational to me!

[Angreav]

Please post the article if you can! What issue was it in? I totally agree with you that it is extremely hard to find articles or success stories of people who went from fat to muscle, especially if they weighed over 300lbs to begin with!

Here's another link to one I found: http://bodybuilding.com/fun/transf78.htm

[ChocolateSoda]

Please post the article if you can! What issue was it in? I totally agree with you that it is extremely hard to find articles or success stories of people who went from fat to muscle, especially if they weighed over 300lbs to begin with!

Here's another link to one I found: http://bodybuilding.com/fun/transf78.htm

Great article! OMG 357 to muscular!!! Wow. And nowadays everybody wanna get their stomach stapled. My co-worker told me it is impossible to loose weight and keep it off. She had bypass and almost died on the table. :nono:

If it were life or death I would consider it, but I'm fully able bodied and can get myself to the gym and I ain't nowhere near 357! No hate to gastric bypass, but I know several people who have had it and are back fat again. How can that happen???

(When I get home I can tell you which issue of Heart & Soul she was in.)

[Angreav]

I, unfortunately, weigh around 357. But, someone like her gives me hope that it is VERY possible to go from fat to muscular even if you are very overweight! It will just take alot of hard work and determination, but it can be done! That's why having success stories of people who have done it really inspires me to keep going, no matter how long it will take!

I don't know if male success stories are wanted, but here's one of a guy who weighed over 600lbs and now runs a health club. And he didn't have gastric bypass surgery! Just plain old diet and exercise! I found his story very inspirational as well!!

http://bodybuilding.com/fun/trans56.htm