What weight should I buy - female, 45 years old, average fitness, using for squats, etc.?
344350
I bought the 36lb bar. I think it is light for squats (41 year old female) however that's the heaviest bar they had.
344351
I have a 12,18, 24. I am male, almost 40. My main target when buying was for my shoulders. I love all of them! I use the 24 for my arms and shoulders, and it's a heavier 24 pounder that it sounds like! I can do lunges/squats with it as well. I also like my 18. It is almost the perfect all-around multi-use bar. Not too heavy, yet just stout enough to get toned-up nicely without hurting yourself! I like incorporating this bar into some sit-ups also. Great toning bar I like my 12 to take for a walk around the block and use it similar to an aerobic-class device. Great for sculpting arms, shoulders and abs as I walk the dog. For you, try something in the 16-20 pound range. You can always work your way up or down from there. Eventually you may have several as I do. I started at the 24, then got the 18, and then the 12. Remember the heavier you get, the fewer rep's you will feel like doing. So if you want the aerobic/cardio aspect of your exercising , you will feel like pumping out more rep's with a lighter bar
788481
They should be fine. I got 1.5 or 1 lb each ( can't remember) and they are a little too heavy for me. I use them for about half the work out. 1 lb should be fine. Most the of women in my class use .5 lb.
1285293
Ask doctor. I'm not sure how that weight would effect her, but these are pretty decent for adults.
938869
very well said I am 36 and 350 pounds I want to try p 90 x but was afraid that I would not be able to do it. Like the poster I also work a desk job. I don't eat bad all of the time but I don't exercise consistently .Thank you for the suggestions and encouragement good luck on your journey. We should start the p90x 300lb + club LOL!!!
590087
It depends on your current level of fitness. Will you be modifying to start? A good pair of cross training shoes, a mat for stretch & Yoga, and a set of resistance bands. I prefer the kind that combine a single band with detachable handles. Some starter sets (3 diff level resistance bands, handles, and a door adapter). You can add on from there.
1317690
My wife uses hers on a cement basement floor for P90X workouts and I haven't heard any complaints. If 10 pound weights sit on it overnight, they'll leave an indentation that is semi-permanent, so that speaks to their thickness and cushion. We ended up with two set to get to the size she wanted for the movement exercises...
169555
As with all exercise program you can modify the program to your needs. I use it for my boot camp with females in their 40's and 50's so l know you can do it.
102125
I would say I'm in decent shape and can use it pretty effectively. If you prefer quick short steps, you will stay at the top of the stepper, for longer (I think harder) steps, let yourself down a little farther each time by moving more slowly. I wouldn't call it gym quality, but I get a good workout especially for endurance if I do over 20 minutes at a time.
1950438
If you're a guy, go higher. I'm a woman & used to working out with weights, but I didn't want to spend a ton of money right away. I did find out that another set of handles is handy as is a 2nd door anchor. So far I'm doing just fine with this set after using it for 6 weeks
682681
I highly recommend using a pull up bar (you can get one from Wal-Mart or Dick's) but if you don't want to use one just be sure you have a couple different strength resistance bands and some hand weights.
426504
You purchase a ball size based on your particular height and how much weight you need resistance for based on your weight and what you might be lifting if using it with free weights. I read numerous review of cheaper exercise balls that burst on people skimping on the price. I certainly didn't want my 82 year old 6'5" father falling to the floor while doing his exercises.
219570
Yes....Im 220 muscle and my lady is about 150...and we do alot of "moving" lol in the bed..so aslong as it is put together right u should be fine
173278
Feel free to add me to facebook/wovenx if you want - I've been working out for a while now. Enjoy your weights! (I got the stand to which is awesome)
885525
It was actually for my girlfriend, but she squats almost 300 lbs in it with no trouble. If you are going over 405 or 500 I might recommend a leather one.
77203
Absolutely! This chair will be perfect for you. I am 28 113lbs and this chair has been a life saver for me. It's light, small, and extremely easy to get around. I would highly recommend it.
1875995
I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the stepper. I have a before and I will take an after when Im done. So, good luck, you cannot really go wrong with this. I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the... » Read More I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the stepper. I have a before and I will take an after when Im done. So, good luck, you cannot really go wrong with this. « Show Less
2279598
It's adjustable and it will be great for her.. You can even try it I'm 21 and it's a great workout!