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Post by kanekilledvince on Dec 28, 2007 3:08:49 GMT -5
OK, Purely our of boredom, I've decided that I'll buy a small, cheap set of weights (to lift for a few minutes here and there before inevitably getting bored). I was wondering.. I'm going to Argos later (UK shop) and they have both of these in-stock, and they're both relatively cheap so which would you recommend (or would you recommend something entirely different?) These are what im considering: Go to www.argos.ie/ and put in the catalogue numbers belowAny ideas/advice? *EDIT*OK, The links don't work  Here are the catalogue numbers you need to put in the search bar: 302/4399 302/8292 *EDIT* |
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Post by chumped on Dec 28, 2007 3:09:51 GMT -5
The links don't work for me.
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Post by carly1988 on Dec 28, 2007 6:45:22 GMT -5
Weights + Roids= Greatness  ....jk i dunno since the links dont work. I still go back to my old HS and use the weight room there |
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Post by ● kaneisdaman ● on Dec 28, 2007 8:04:17 GMT -5
Hard decision you have to weigh up here. I'm not too knowledgable on this topic so unforuntately i cant help but i recommend just speaking to staff in store maybe even at an equipment place to get their words and advice on weight then take their advice and run with it.
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Post by ThrowinUpTheX on Dec 28, 2007 9:12:23 GMT -5
Personally i would get:
302/4399
You get more for your money and you only wanted something to do for a few minutes so Arm weights would be more sensible than bigger weights.
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Post by Awdish on Dec 28, 2007 11:17:27 GMT -5
Well, with either one your going to most likely want a bench to go with it. Having a bench can basically triple the amount of exercises you can do. With the first one, I'm not sure what the weights equal out to in pounds, but the only one you might see some progress with would be by using the last one. The second set seems like it would be more sufficient, since you get not only dumbbells, but a barbell as well.
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Post by The Assassin on Dec 28, 2007 12:49:17 GMT -5
i'm not exactly a beefcake, but i do have a few years experience lifting. i'd recommend a 20kg set of dumbells to get started.
Triple H's book "Making The Game" has some great information on bodybuilding. make sure to read the leaflet/s with the weights too.
once you've figured out whether you want to carry on using them, get a bench, a barbell, a tricep bar, and more weight discs obviously.
and work out a good all-around routine.
that should start you off fine.
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Post by Gangrel-Brood on Dec 28, 2007 22:35:22 GMT -5
An ox yoke and snow, lots of it.
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Post by nohomo on Dec 29, 2007 0:52:51 GMT -5
One of the best things you can do is have some music playing in the background or have something on TV. Don't make it something that will distract you from working out, just something to prevent you from quiting from boredom. Wrestling or some other sporting event is pretty good to watch while working out.
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Post by kanekilledvince on Dec 29, 2007 20:46:59 GMT -5
Well, with either one your going to most likely want a bench to go with it. Having a bench can basically triple the amount of exercises you can do. With the first one, I'm not sure what the weights equal out to in pounds, but the only one you might see some progress with would be by using the last one. The second set seems like it would be more sufficient, since you get not only dumbbells, but a barbell as well. Thanks for the advice, I didn't go to the shop that time, but i intend on going soon. As for getting a bench... I don't want one. I only want to do this for a little while here and there. I'm not trying to get really big into it or anything. And if i do decide that i enjoy it after a while, then I probably will get a bench, but currently i really have no use for one. Thanks for the advice though. |
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Post by frostbite32 on Dec 29, 2007 21:15:38 GMT -5
Personally, Grow a Set, tbh.
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Post by Gonzo Customs on Dec 30, 2007 17:10:04 GMT -5
Honestly, all you need are a set of 20 lb dumbells. You can do a whole body work out with them, a simple bench that lets you lie down and raises up to a normal seated position is preferred. However I recommend using what you got.
I've been lifting weights off and on since Jr High. Been pretty lax on it the last 2-3 years. Seeing as I graduated high school in 2001, i'm pretty out of shape.
I take a set of 20 lb dumbells and just lay on the floor and do reps till my arms get tired, usually around 20 reps, take about 30 seconds to a minute between sets and keep doing them till my arms get tired. Then I will do curls in sets till I can't complete a set. Can do tricep workouts, bent over rows, hold the weights up on your shoulders and do squats and what not. Its not the ammount of weight that you need but just that little bit of resistance combined with lots of reps will keep you going good. Once you get comfortable with it, you may choose to go up in weight but its not necessary unless you are trying to gain strength and muscle mass quickly.
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Post by chumped on Dec 30, 2007 17:30:22 GMT -5
Honestly, all you need are a set of 20 lb dumbells. You can do a whole body work out with them, a simple bench that lets you lie down and raises up to a normal seated position is preferred. However I recommend using what you got. I've been lifting weights off and on since Jr High. Been pretty lax on it the last 2-3 years. Seeing as I graduated high school in 2001, i'm pretty out of shape. I take a set of 20 lb dumbells and just lay on the floor and do reps till my arms get tired, usually around 20 reps, take about 30 seconds to a minute between sets and keep doing them till my arms get tired. Then I will do curls in sets till I can't complete a set. Can do tricep workouts, bent over rows, hold the weights up on your shoulders and do squats and what not. Its not the ammount of weight that you need but just that little bit of resistance combined with lots of reps will keep you going good. Once you get comfortable with it, you may choose to go up in weight but its not necessary unless you are trying to gain strength and muscle mass quickly. While having a bench is great, this guy is right. You can do just about anything with dumbbells. We have 2 benches and all kinds of weights in the basement, but I use my dumbbells more than I bench. |
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