9 Min Beginner Weight Workout #358
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9m 43s
A great place to start if you're new to weight lifting! We'll go over squats, rows in a lunge position, and deadlifts. If this is your first time, don't go too heavy on your weights ;)
Equipment: 3, 5, 8, 10, or 12 pound hand weights/dumbbells
Weight lifting level 1
Why weight lifting?
As we age - starting in our third decade - we tend to lose muscle mass. Resistance training is a great way to keep our muscles strong. Reformer Pilates is a form of resistance training, but incorporating weight lifting into your workout routine will help you continue to see results and muscle gain.
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