Q for the BEEFCAKES of the .org

[_Stretchie_]

Where is a good place to buy some weights paranfinalia (and I don't mean donuts...)

I had a para when I saw the pics/vids from the 24/7's last weekend and decided I wanted to do something about my shape (being loved up and having an AMAZING missus that can and does cook all the time takes it toll on the old temple you know, I suppose the beer might not have helped either but that's yet to be proven), I have a cross trainer coming tomorrow and will be pulling a Beenz (some in the South West might understand that) over the next couple of months.

Want to be more of a


than a


for my lovley girlfriend

I also want to dig out my old weights but need to buy a couple more dumbells. I want to have a set of four, set up for certain weights and all ready to use so I don't have to add/take off weights in between reps.

Basically the plan is to have four pairs on the go, start off with
7.5kg, 10kg, 12.5kg, 15kg

Then slide along as things progress
10kg, 12.5kg, 15kg, 17.5kg

Then slide along again as things progress
12.5kg, 15kg, 17.5kg, 20kg

Then slide along as things progress
15kg, 17.5kg, 20kg, 22.5kg

And stop there..

figured out I need 4 pairs of handles and the following plates

4x 1.25kg plates
2x 2.5kg plates
2x 5kg plates
2x 7.5 plates
2x 10kg plates

I have a load of plates at home just need to do a stock take to see how many of what I need to buy to complete the above set.
So mighty org, where to get the stuff from?

Ta

Bigger Tesco stores are doing cheap plates for 1' bars, IIRC £10.99 for 10KG ones.

Just give me cuddy (piggy) backs everywhere when I am down...

22.5kg is a damn heavy dumbell.

Argos usually have reasonable deals on at this time of year.

check ebay matey-you'll find that due to your location you've a good chance of picking up some heavy weight for cheap money-you can get 45kg worth of dumbells for 120 quid on ebay.

Originally Posted by TazDaz

22.5kg is a damn heavy dumbell.

Argos usually have reasonable deals on at this time of year.

+1 i got my weights from argos, they good enough for when i can't make it to the gym.

[anna]

EBAY!!! A great place to start as everyone clears out their garage over the spring and everyone has a few items that you will have to pick up but will be cheap.

Also look at gumtree whilst you are there, being close to the bristol area there are always loads of people giving stuff away so keep an eye out.

Also a long standing mirror, yes I know the comments that are bound to follow but, if you are doing loose weights you will need to make sure you are doing them acurately and precisly. It isnt quantity it is quality that will get results.

Look into getting a Heart Rate Monitor if you are serious, the ones on the machines dont give accurate readings. If you work to a program of weights you will put on a load more weight remember as muscles are heavier then fat.

Also a cheaky tip here, get yourself a free enrollment trial at a gymn, that way a personal trainer will go through the exercises that you need with you to achieve your aims, then go away and do those exercises at home for FREE.


I have to add here, that when I saw Beenze I was very impressed, that obviously took dedication and a lot of hard work, my hat is very definately off to him for his hard work.

Originally Posted by TazDaz

22.5kg is a damn heavy dumbell.

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I'd agree mate (although only after 4 sets with 20 forced reps each set

My sis picked up a mint multigym with all the attachments and weights for £70 off ebay and she said there were a few on there.
HTH

Also remember its as much about your diet as it is about lifting the weights, so get that in check aswell