barbell

[ppederzo]

Do I need to buy a barbell. I am new to cathe. HOw much is the max I will be using. I am a beginner and 5'3 and weight 130lb. What weight did most people start with and where is eveyone max. Does anyone have suggestions for where to buy. I have hardwood floors. So I want to be careful what I buy

Paola

 

[mmis29]

I recently got talked into buying one and I LOVE IT! I feel it enables me to lift heavier than with dumbbells and my form is much better. I really felt it the first few times. My bar itself is 20# and I only add 10-20 to that right now, depending on the exercise. I'm not sure about the floor thing though, I have carpets so that wasn't a concern for me when I bought one.

Good Luck!

 

[aseay]

I used to use a barbell when doing squats, but ever since my shoulder injury i do not use it at all. I only use dumbbells when doing upper and lower body.