First thing people ask when you are discussing the gym is "So what can you lift?". This can sometimes be a great question as many guys are amazed at the fact a woman can lift anything other than shopping bags from sales, but its not the be all and end all. Being able to lift a substantial weight is great but only when you have your form on point. This is why I am very grateful for my personal trainer. As much as watching YouTube videos, reading "how to guides" and doing thirty day challenges give your body a boost and test your mind they are not there to support you through each step. There are so many people that jump right into exercises and workouts that they have never done before without any research.
I am not suggesting that everyone gets a personal trainer but reading up on how workouts should be performed is a minimum. I would strongly suggest that you pair up with a fellow fitness lover, newbie or not, brain up on how to do things safely and spot each other. Don't be afraid to as a member of staff at the gym if you are doing it correctly. After all they know best. One website I have found that gives an in depth guidance and useful steps is "The Art of Manliness" (www.artofmanliness.com). This website also helps you to be more manly!
Without good form and strong technique the only difference lifting heavier weights makes is the amount of damage you can do to your body. Some workouts might be harder once you have looked up the right way to do them but this is simply because you are now using the right areas of your body to carry it out. It doesn't matter if you can't lift as high as you might wish. You will get there with hard work and dedication. Getting fitter and building strength takes time and is something that cant be rushed.
So grab a guide/buddy/PT and get that form right!
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