Hi,
Nice to see u interested in weights, I am also. .
I have a couple of stations at my house, bench and pulley system.
U say u have outgrown the 3 pd dumbells. I suggest u just buy a set of plates 3, 5, 10 pds and dumbell bars to alternate ur weights and increase them as needed. Handheld as u know is harder than bench or pulleys as it demands for u to control the motions. U can use the plates even without the bar if needed. Great for the small muscle groups.

I know these last for a long time esp with increased reps and varying sets.

Another alternative is a theraband. Those large rubber bands that come in various strengths. I have the toughest one at home and believe me ....it gives u a workout.


Hope this helps to "pump you UP'

bubu