For those who find weightlifting gear and equipment such as machinery far too expensive, and many will, you can purchase used equipment for a fraction of the retail cost. Classifieds, online trade sites and a local sales papers are all informative means of purchasing used weightlifting equipment for your home. Free weights, weight plates and bench bars are all pieces of workout equipment that you can save quite a bit on second hand.
Braces of any kind are recommended to be purchased new. Even with proper care, a brace or support belt can give way to normal wear and tear. It would probably be in your best interest to simply purchase new rather than one that was previously used.
Thursday 20 June 2013
New Weightlifting Equipment
New weightlifting equipment can be incredibly expensive depending on your tastes, style and interest in weightlifting. Free weights range widely in price - fixed dumbbells range from 7$ to $200 depending on the weight and brand name you purchase. Weight plates can be as little as $10 or as high as $40 per plate. And free weights in a set can be as high as $200 or more depending on the style and weight. Home gyms can start at around $220 and range to a couple thousand dollars. Benches can be found starting at about $50.
Your workout equipment can be fairly costly when all is said and done. If you are an avid weightlifter or health conscious than it is beneficial to make the investment now and your equipment can last you for years. If you actively take vitamins and supplements then you are looking toward a fairly large ongoing bill. The prices range from several dollars to $60 or more per container of product.
New back support braces can range from $30 - $100 or more depending on the brand name and features it offers. Elbow supports can be found at an inexpensive price as well as ankle braces ranging from $30 - $140 but you want to ensure the cheaper brands will support you and are not overly flimsy. A sturdy knee brace can range from $40 and up. For individuals with serious problems a support brace can cost up to a few hundred dollars. Don't forget that your doctor can help you determine what type and model of brace you need, depending on your injury or needs.
Your workout equipment can be fairly costly when all is said and done. If you are an avid weightlifter or health conscious than it is beneficial to make the investment now and your equipment can last you for years. If you actively take vitamins and supplements then you are looking toward a fairly large ongoing bill. The prices range from several dollars to $60 or more per container of product.
New back support braces can range from $30 - $100 or more depending on the brand name and features it offers. Elbow supports can be found at an inexpensive price as well as ankle braces ranging from $30 - $140 but you want to ensure the cheaper brands will support you and are not overly flimsy. A sturdy knee brace can range from $40 and up. For individuals with serious problems a support brace can cost up to a few hundred dollars. Don't forget that your doctor can help you determine what type and model of brace you need, depending on your injury or needs.
Vitamins & Supplements
There are all sorts of vitamins and supplements that claim to aid in the production of weightlifting, overall health and well being. Some individuals don't necessarily believe that these are beneficial while other weightlifters swear by them. Concerning vitamins and supplements it is best to focus on how you feel, before and after if you start any vitamin or supplement. It is also in your best interest to speak with your doctor about the benefits you are seeking and which vitamins or supplements might help you. There are several different choices in the various categories that vitamins and supplements could be differentiated. These include:
- energy products
- general nutrition
- herbal remedies
- pain relief
- shakes and drinks
- sports nutrition
- vitamins and minerals
- weight loss
- teas
There are so many products available specializing in these different categories that it would be impossible to list them all. If you were to go in any nutritional store you will see the vast range. Ask questions, talk to your doctor and individuals who have experience taking vitamins and supplements. Our body certainly needs the proper amount of daily nutrition, so be sure that your diet reflects a healthy intake and lifestyle.
- energy products
- general nutrition
- herbal remedies
- pain relief
- shakes and drinks
- sports nutrition
- vitamins and minerals
- weight loss
- teas
There are so many products available specializing in these different categories that it would be impossible to list them all. If you were to go in any nutritional store you will see the vast range. Ask questions, talk to your doctor and individuals who have experience taking vitamins and supplements. Our body certainly needs the proper amount of daily nutrition, so be sure that your diet reflects a healthy intake and lifestyle.
Free Weights
Free weights have become a very popular form of workout equipment for both men and women alike. More often than not you will find quite an extensive selection of them in a gym, targeted to different weights and workout styles. It is extremely important not to over extend yourself. This can cause injury to your body, so be sure to warm up and never over exceed the weight you can comfortably handle. Machines are designed to move a weight along its designed track. With free weights, you can optimize your muscles because they are engaged to help you keep the movement flow as it should. Exercises which use compound muscle groups are the best for overall strength building. Free weights come in a couple different forms of weightlifting equipment.
- Dumbbells - These come in a fixed weight (actual size) or with free weight plates - which allows you to adjust the weights to your preference.
- Bench - The bench also uses free weights - which are secured onto a bench press bar. A standard bench press bar weighs about 30 pounds.
There is also a piece of weightlifting equipment called the nautilus. It allows an individual to freely choose the weight that they would like to have while working out your legs, chest or arms on a piece of machinery. These are usually multi purpose machines. Work Your Heart Before Your Muscles
Before hitting the weights, you should spend about 5-10 minutes getting your heart pumping. Spending a warm up on a stationary bike or treadmill before lifting will increase your blood's circulation and which will warm up your muscles. It also gives you some time to visualize your workout so you can psyche yourself up. Cardiovascular training is very important and your heart should never be overlooked. It is the most important muscle of in our bodies. So remember to begin with a light workout to get your heart rate going
- Dumbbells - These come in a fixed weight (actual size) or with free weight plates - which allows you to adjust the weights to your preference.
- Bench - The bench also uses free weights - which are secured onto a bench press bar. A standard bench press bar weighs about 30 pounds.
There is also a piece of weightlifting equipment called the nautilus. It allows an individual to freely choose the weight that they would like to have while working out your legs, chest or arms on a piece of machinery. These are usually multi purpose machines. Work Your Heart Before Your Muscles
Before hitting the weights, you should spend about 5-10 minutes getting your heart pumping. Spending a warm up on a stationary bike or treadmill before lifting will increase your blood's circulation and which will warm up your muscles. It also gives you some time to visualize your workout so you can psyche yourself up. Cardiovascular training is very important and your heart should never be overlooked. It is the most important muscle of in our bodies. So remember to begin with a light workout to get your heart rate going
Braces & Supports
Braces and supports are useful to weightlifters that have suffered some sort of injury or are attempting to prevent injury to a part of their bodies. The back, ankles, knees and elbows are acting controllers to the rest of our bodies. Braces support a particular area while using weightlifting equipment there is a brace designed for each body area that could use support such as the thigh, waist and wrist as well as the ankle, elbow, knee and back.
The Belt
The weightlifting belt is often considered standard issue of lumbar support in the weight room these days. From the competitive weight lifters to those of a more recreational interest, agree that supporting the back in order to help prevent injuries while lifting is necessary. The weightlifting belt, contrary to popular belief, supports the back in a different manner than a standard back brace. During a normal lifting maneuver such as the squat; the diaphragmatic muscles along with muscles of the torso contract generating pressure on the abdominal cavity. The abdominal cavity and its fluid contents are kept under pressure by the surrounding musculature. It is this natural intra-abdominal tension that supports the spinal column. Several studies have shown that weight belts increase intra-abdominal pressure and therefore assist in this natural stabilization mechanism.
Additional benefits exist with the use of the weight belts such as faster lifting movement, greater emphasis on hip extension relative to knee extension, as well as greater comfort and sense of support.
The fact that there are benefits to wearing these devices tends to create the perception that belts should be worn at all times, during any lifting activity. This is a myth that will only lead to decreased performance and potential injury.
Individuals who are free from acute or chronic lower back pain may choose a lumbar support device in order to prevent injury as well as assist their own musculature for maximal strength enhancement. In the gym environment the weightlifting belt should not be worn at all times. The belt should only be utilized for exercises that involve the spinal erectors against high resistance such as the squat and deadlift. The belt should be loosened after every set and the individual should breathe between every repetition.
Elbow Brace
Elbow braces worn during weightlifting holds the forearm tendons in a more parallel position to minimize stretching and tearing. They help relieve pain and discomfort associated with the movement of the forearm. The lining absorbs shock and helps keep moisture away from skin.
Ankle Brace
The ankle is said to be your body's weakest link. According to research, this is the most vulnerable place on your body. Ankle braces protect you from injury. If you're already injured, they can speed recovery. Ankle braces offer support to a weightlifters ankle and soothes much of the strain.
Knee Brace
Knee braces are supports that you wear for a painful or injured knee. Some people use them to prevent knee injuries during sports though braces don't always seem to work well to stop knee injuries from happening. Get your doctor's advice if you want to try a knee brace. Different knee problems require different knee braces. Braces are made from combinations of metal, foam, plastic, elastic material and straps.
The Belt
The weightlifting belt is often considered standard issue of lumbar support in the weight room these days. From the competitive weight lifters to those of a more recreational interest, agree that supporting the back in order to help prevent injuries while lifting is necessary. The weightlifting belt, contrary to popular belief, supports the back in a different manner than a standard back brace. During a normal lifting maneuver such as the squat; the diaphragmatic muscles along with muscles of the torso contract generating pressure on the abdominal cavity. The abdominal cavity and its fluid contents are kept under pressure by the surrounding musculature. It is this natural intra-abdominal tension that supports the spinal column. Several studies have shown that weight belts increase intra-abdominal pressure and therefore assist in this natural stabilization mechanism.
Additional benefits exist with the use of the weight belts such as faster lifting movement, greater emphasis on hip extension relative to knee extension, as well as greater comfort and sense of support.
The fact that there are benefits to wearing these devices tends to create the perception that belts should be worn at all times, during any lifting activity. This is a myth that will only lead to decreased performance and potential injury.
Individuals who are free from acute or chronic lower back pain may choose a lumbar support device in order to prevent injury as well as assist their own musculature for maximal strength enhancement. In the gym environment the weightlifting belt should not be worn at all times. The belt should only be utilized for exercises that involve the spinal erectors against high resistance such as the squat and deadlift. The belt should be loosened after every set and the individual should breathe between every repetition.
Elbow Brace
Elbow braces worn during weightlifting holds the forearm tendons in a more parallel position to minimize stretching and tearing. They help relieve pain and discomfort associated with the movement of the forearm. The lining absorbs shock and helps keep moisture away from skin.
Ankle Brace
The ankle is said to be your body's weakest link. According to research, this is the most vulnerable place on your body. Ankle braces protect you from injury. If you're already injured, they can speed recovery. Ankle braces offer support to a weightlifters ankle and soothes much of the strain.
Knee Brace
Knee braces are supports that you wear for a painful or injured knee. Some people use them to prevent knee injuries during sports though braces don't always seem to work well to stop knee injuries from happening. Get your doctor's advice if you want to try a knee brace. Different knee problems require different knee braces. Braces are made from combinations of metal, foam, plastic, elastic material and straps.
Weightlifting Equipment
Weightlifting became a part of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 while a women's event was added in 2000. Many people who are unfamiliar with the sport are surprised to learn that weightlifters don't necessarily want, need or have the biggest muscles in the world. In fact, some body builders could easily be mistaken for well conditioned athletes who compete in other sports. Weightlifters simply have elite strength and power in their muscles which are developed by hard, dedicated and very specialized training that develops enormous strength without the "bulk".
Many individuals weightlift to build size and mass, to increase their strength and their confidence level. Sports equipment with respects to weightlifting involves a vast array of choices in the equipment you choose to use. While purchasing weightlifting equipment such as a home gym designed for complete body building could be incredibly expensive, you could simply purchase that yearly membership and hit the gym as often as you like.
Many individuals weightlift to build size and mass, to increase their strength and their confidence level. Sports equipment with respects to weightlifting involves a vast array of choices in the equipment you choose to use. While purchasing weightlifting equipment such as a home gym designed for complete body building could be incredibly expensive, you could simply purchase that yearly membership and hit the gym as often as you like.
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