Thread: Beginning to work the lower body

Do whatever rep scheme you want. As long as you have impeccable from, it won't hurt you. However, to get used to the movement, most people will recommend higher reps and lower weights.

I definitely recommend starting with lighter weights (12-15 repetitions) before moving on. There is no reason to jump right into doing heavy squats and such without the proper stabilizer development. Performing back squats and deadlifts with good form is going to require far more stabilization strength than any upper body movement. Not to mention, I always recommend starting light with a new movement until you are totally comfortable with the form.

Lighter weights would be to adjust to movements, not to build muscle before using heavy weights. Otherwise, many of us would be using light weights for everything.

Pink dumbells didn't build 22 inchers.

Originally Posted by Mudge

Lighter weights would be to adjust to movements, not to build muscle before using heavy weights. Otherwise, many of us would be using light weights for everything.

Pink dumbells didn't build 22 inchers.

Yes, but the idea is to acclimate the weight slowly. That will build muscle and strengthen at a certain threshold.

I have found that it's much easier to get good form by starting out with lighter weights. Obviously since I rarely do lower body workout I need to make sure my form stays good.