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HELP- how much do i lift?

rou Posts: 14 Joined: 2004/10/10	2004/10/11, 09:35 AM hey everyone! im new here and have never lifted b4. i just signed up, and today is leg day. i have no idea how much to put on for my lunges, deadlift, or anything else for that matter. whats the average beginner weight for a girl? should i just put on some weight and see how much i can stand? thanks
yadmit Posts: 4,670 Joined: 2003/10/05	2004/10/11, 09:57 AM Start light.... if you find it easy, add some more... since you're new, keep it light for a while to get the form correct then add to make it more difficult... if you start off too heavy you'll throw your form off and perhaps hurt yourself... Asimmer has a great thread regarding this in the FAQ section... Welcome to FT! -------------- t I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies, for the hardest victory is over self. - Aristotle You have the power to change a life right in your own hands. - Paul Brandt
rou Posts: 14 Joined: 2004/10/10	2004/10/11, 01:36 PM thanks bunches! that helped alot