Where to start lifting weights

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I’d like to start lifting weights but feel intimidated by it. Had a baby 12 weeks ago and feeling stronger but ligaments still a bit loose as I’m exclusively breast feeding. Where she how did other people start. Can’t afford a PT and have limited time when the baby is sleeping.

Loads of work outs on YouTube for inspiration, have a look.

Start with bodyweight exercises until you're confident you're doing it right. Consider filming yourself if you don't have a convenient mirror to check form.

Bodyfit by Amy has some post natal exercise routines.

Also think about Carifit - there's a couple of free workouts including one with Joe Wicks - they use the baby as the weight which is convenient if they need to be attached (but less fun in summer).

I recommend Les Mills brilliant guided workouts with and without weights

Fitness blender videos on YouTube are 👌

Thank you everyone - that’s a great help as I was really overwhelmed

Do you have some dumbbells? They don't need to be heavy, i have 1, 3 and 5 kg weights and seen great results. Weight lifting is SO good for women.

I started following dumbbell programs on the muscle and strength website. They are very simple to follow and have different options to suit your schedule, and videos to demonstrate the exercises.

Body weight stuff first.

Also have a look at Megsquats (YouTube & Insta) and AchieveFitness Boston (YouTube & Insta). Both have just had a baby or are pregnant, and they offer workouts for pre- and post-partum women.

I did Strong Curves workout. It was brilliant as I could go at my own pace. I'm going to start it again to try and get rid of my lockdown fat.

Just bookmarking for later

Bodyfit by Amy post natal is fab. Start with dumbbells and kettlebells of different weights. Go heavier for swings. Then you can progress to body pump on Les Mills

Les Mills body pump is amazing, especially if you can find a live class x