Give It All You’ve Got! Tips For A Successful And Efficient Workout

Exercise 3/15/23

Make Sure You’re Using The Right Weight

If you’re doing workouts with bodyweight, that’s just fine. But if you choose to use weights, it’s important that you’re using the right amount. A basic rule of thumb is that you want to use a weight that isn’t too heavy for you to move but will present a challenge after a certain amount of repetitions.

Woman lifting weights
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It’s always better to go lighter than heavier than you think because you can hurt yourself using too much weight, while there are still benefits if the weight is a little too light.