using barbells instead of dumbells

[kaykay]

I am wondering if I will be able to lift the barbell with as much weight as dumbells. I want a barbell, but am a little afraid I won't be able to get it up or down. I was wondering if it is a problem? There are many times I think it would be easier with the barbell, just can't seem to get one.

 

[Mckmain]

Karen, trust me...it is alot easier to lift up a 40lb barbell than 2 20lb dumbbells. So in saying that once you start to increase the weight you lift a barbell can be quite essential. Alot of the ladies here have Troy barbell like Cathe, but I have found also some good deals on barbell sets at Walmart, Target and Shopko......Carole

 

[pink_fortitude]

Ditto to Carole! It is WAY easier to life a barbell, and there is no prob getting it over your head!

Missy

 

[GraceNote]

Chiming in with agreement - I just got my barbell (target)and was pleasantly surprised at how much easier it is. I think you get extra muscles helping somehow, because I was actually able to up my weights on a few things with the barbell.

 

[kmkali24]

Thanks for the topic Karen and the responses Carole, Missy, & Grace.
My mind's made up & I'm off to buy one today!:7 Kali

 

[kaykay]

Thank you all for the information. I too am off to buy a barbell. Only 29.00 at Dunhams.