Archive for February, 2008

How do i incorporate weight training with my cardio training?

Posted on February 21st, 2008 in Weight Training | 4 Comments »

weight training
adrian r asked:


I have been using cardio equipment and exercise DVD’s for the past 8 months and have lost a total of 65 pounds. Two months have gone by and i am still doing the same type of workout but have peaked and have only lost 5 pounds in those two months. I have heard that introducing a weight program accelerates the weight loss. I do the cardio and DVD’s 5 days a week for an hour a day. I want to know what is the best way to get started with the weight training and how I should break down the weekly routine. I have bought my own weight set and bench with all of the plates and dumbbells. Any and all serious answers would be appreciated.

How many times per week is suggested for weight training?

Posted on February 18th, 2008 in Weight Training | 1 Comment »

weight training
Jody asked:


I’m just starting out and I was wondering the recommended number of times per week just for weight training.
Also, how many reps for beginners is good? And after how long before I increase reps?