Hi folks,

I want to start doing some resistance training and I'm totally confused about where to start. I am in relatively good shape aerobically (especially considering my weight). I can easily swim a mile or walk four or five miles at a pace of 20 minutes per mile. I took a 2-1/2 hour hilly hike last weekend and wasn't at all tired afterwards. However, I have never done any type of weight/resistance training.

I am 45-years old, so I know I will have to start slowly. I've had back problems in the past, but my back hasn't bothered me in several months now since I've been losing weight. I've read a bunch of the BFL posts, but that is too much of a commitment for me. I really want to keep up my walking and swimming as my primary exercise because they help my moods as well as my health, and just add weights/resistance two or three times a week. I belong to a YMCA, but it's always easier for me to work out at home. Can anyone guide me to some posts or websites that will help me get started?

Liz at the top of this forum you will find some stuck threads. One is 'Advice for the beginner; getting started" another is "The best weight lifting exercises" I recommed you have a read through both of them - they'll get you on the right track.

HTH
Nat

Thanks. I guess I should have looked there in the first place. I did a search on weights and resistance training and I was overwhelmed by the amount of information.