Is it worthwile buying weights to use at home?

Question

Also, if so what weights should I look to get

Sorry, should have added I have been to the gym for a few years, at the monet I cant do any cardio vascular work and so I don't feel like paying for the gym each month is worth the hassle or money, I could only use a fraction of the equipment.

That is why I am thinking getting some dumbells or something like that to use at home would be better. Any thoughts world?

Answer 1

if you don't have a lot of room, get free weights and a Swiss ball. the Swiss ball can be used in place of a weight bench, it's cheap, plus it gives your body a better workout than laying on a workout bench. at Target they have some free weights that are $60 or $70 that are adjustable from 5 to 25 pounds. they save space also, since you don't have to buy a separate set of weights for each weight you want. if you need more than 25 pounds, then Academy has some that go up to 50, but they're like $150.

Answer 2

I use to wonder about that myself til I found that, actually, it's unnecessary. Most people who go to a gym actually go there to socialize. Those into building enormous, if grotesque physiques usually pay the price as the stories continue to trickle down. A toned body doesn't look like that. A super developed body capable of unbelieveably athletic suppleness and power doesn't look like that either if Bruce Lee was any indication. One hundred thirty five pounds soaking wet. None of it fat. With the ability to leap heights we can only dream of, packing a power punch from a five foot seven inch frame that could put a two hundred pound man flat on his back for quite some time if warrior is your target destination. It's an acquired skill learned over time and research. Developing that body. The net is an unbelieveably good resource with which to start. Nutrition and all that is pertinent. You may also wish to look at the following:

www.mattfurey.com

It seems hokey, but listen to what the guy has to say. Very interesting points. Your own body weight is the best weight to use. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

Gut reaction - after seeing tons of the stuff for sale 2nd hand, and hardly used:

Only if you are already exercising with similar weights and thoroughly committed to using them. Otherwise, highly likely that it's money wasted.

Remember the other benefits of gym use - social networking, 'spotting' with others (you each look after the lifts and help motivate each other) etc.

Could be a good way to save money versus expensive gyms and the typical long membership contracts that are forced on users at most places. Or just another way to waste money. Think through your needs and your longer-term motivation level first.

Perhaps share the cost with a buddy, where you could both motivate each other to continue, where one of you doesn't feel as enthusiastic.

Otherwise - I've seen some great results. There are many pro's to having your own kit. No queues, no travel, no ongoing costs -except perhaps buying some more as your performance soars.

Good luck! Rob

Answer 4

Chris,
Only if you plan on using them. I had stacks, machines etc.. I gave them to my sons and joined a gym again. I've been doing it 40 yrs. Sometimes its difficult to get motivated at home.. Too many distractions.. Basically at home all you would need is a bench some dumbells and enough weight. If your a beginner. You would probably not need more than 110 lb. set of weights. In a few month if you stick to a program, you will out grow the weights or will need heavier ones..

Answer 5

Free weights are a good way to go. A bench with some dumb-bells will do wonders. Make sure that you do not neglect your back. Home gymers tend to only work the front of their bodies, and neglect the back. Check out some web-sites for various back routines that rely on free weights.

Answer 6

No....you'll use them for a week or two, and then spend your time tripping on them, or like me, breaking your toe! See about getting a gym membership somewhere...some places offer it for $20/month thereabouts. Then you not only have all the weights you want, but cardio machines and a pool.

Answer 7

use tins of beans or other household items, just incase u get fed up with them, i know loadsa ppl with weights which are in the spare room(under a pile of ironing) in the garage(behind a load of paint and junk)..so my advice is to go to a gym, at least u will use the weights there

Answer 8

I dinf it really boring. Personally I find things I like to do like volleyball (something to do in a group setting - with friends) and it doesn't even feel like exercising but playing.

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http://www.yourhealthandbalance.com/lose-weight-naturally.html

Go ahead nothing is for sale...

Answer 9

Yes it is worthwhile buying weights. Most of them are small and you can store in a closet. It depends on how much you can lift.

Answer 10

sure