Newbie to lifting...questions!

[JakeJuice]

I'm totally new to this, so bear with me.
I've spent a good couple months reserching things.
I've also scanned this board from time to time. Not to blow your horn, but I think you are the most qualfied group to answer these questions properly and correctly.

1. I'd really like to work out at home, but have *very* limites space. I can run for cardio, so what is a decent set up (i.e power rack, etc) for limited space, that doesn't cost an arm and a leg?
2. What is best for newbies.....3x or 5x a week? I suspect 5x may be overtraining....

 

[MuscleDm]

I don't know too much about home equipment, but remember, you get what you pay for!!

As for a split starting out, I would say 3x per week is good for weights, then as you progress gradually move up in volume and/or days per week. Check out this program, it is great for beginners....good luck......

http://www.surviveall.net/ten_week_size_surge_booklet.htm

Ryan

 

[cure]

Whoa, Size Surge isn't for everyone.

For starters, are you looking to add mass or lose weight?

Secondly i would join a gym even if you never touched a weight in your life. They usually will give you a trainer for free just to show you the ropes which is a big help. Not only that but you can get a 3 month membership usually which costs alot less then home workout equipment which usually isn't worth the money anyway.

Just let me know what you are planning to do...gain or lose...

 

[JakeJuice]

Thanks to both of you for your prompt replies.
Maybe I will join a gym, since I am so new to this.
For now I want to gain. I'm a tad overweight, but not obscenely so (i'm 5' 8", 27 y/o and 163lbs)

So I mainly want to gain.,..

what is "size surge" the other dude listed?

Whoa, Size Surge isn't for everyone.

For starters, are you looking to add mass or lose weight?

Secondly i would join a gym even if you never touched a weight in your life. They usually will give you a trainer for free just to show you the ropes which is a big help. Not only that but you can get a 3 month membership usually which costs alot less then home workout equipment which usually isn't worth the money anyway.

Just let me know what you are planning to do...gain or lose...