L&G

[JulieMom]

How heavy of weights and ankle weights are you using on this workout. Should one try to go heavy on the weights or use lighter. It seems Cathe uses lighter weights (ok maybe heavy for me!) on this workout. What gives you the best results w/this workout?

 

[scm]

I use 3 pounds. I believe Cathe says in most of her workouts, once the current weight you're using doesn't challenge you, it's time to increase your weight. With ankle weights you can change the weight in one pound increments.
Susan C.M.

Edited to add: I use 12's 15 and 20 pound dumbells as well.
12's for split lunges
15's for one leg dead lifts
20 for step ups
15 when using w/ankle weights

 

[momto2bratz]

I use 15 pound dumbells on the standing work and 2 pounds on the ankle weights. My legs are tired by the time I put on the ankle weights, so the 2 pounds is enough for me.


Aila

 

[Mckmain]

I have gradually worked up to 4 lbs for ankle weights. I did it in 1/2 lb increments starting at 2. I use a 15lb DB for the 12lb in the workout and an 18lb DB for the 15lb in the workout. If I remember right run4fun uses a 5 lb ankle weight!!!.......Carole

 

[WD]

I do this with 5 lb ankle weights, 20lb dumbells for most of the leg work except 15's for the one leg deadlifts. On some of the plies I use a 25 lb. dumbell.
Diane Sue

 

[JAFitMama]

Wow Diane sue~ Do you use these high weight when doing L&G Extreme too? You are one strong lady!

I did L&G Extreme two days ago and am sore today. Regular L&G doesn't make me sore, ever. With the Extreme version I had to lower some of my weight on the second round to feel as though I could complete the sets in good form. My ankle weights are 2.5#

 

[WD]

Judy,
Yes I do use the same weight when I L&G Extreme. I think it is because I am used to useing heavier weights on most of my workouts. Once in awhile if I am coming off of a heavier routine and am still slightly sore I may have to drop back a little. I use the 5 lb ankle weghts on most of my lying leg work. Including P&P 3 sets and the Pyramid Lower. I have been doing this for years with the Firms.
Diane Sue

 

[harrison6]

Hi,
When you say 4lb. ankle weights is that the total weight for both legs or for each leg? Also, where do you find a 18lb. dumbell?