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How do I lift heavier weights?

Celebrity fitness trainer Vinod Channa answers this fitness query.

By: Editorial Team   | | Published: February 4, 2015 11:05 am
Tags: Fitness Query  
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I have hit a plateau of sorts with the amount of weights (for e.g. 45 pound dumbbells while doing chest press) I can lift. I am scared I will get injured if I push more as lifting 45 pound is itself a challenge. How do I increase my ability or is it fine? Also Read - Can wearing tummy tuckers or body shapers help tone your abs?

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We understand your dilemma, and fear is only natural when progressing to heavier weights. While we certainly don t want you to injure yourself going for a heavier weight, we don t encourage you sticking to the same weight either for a long period either. Don t be in a hurry to Also Read - Is starving all day to binge eat at night a good idea?

According to celebrity fitness trainer Vinod Channa who has trained celebrities like John Abraham and Shilpa Shetty, If you are able to do 15 counts with any weight, then it is time to increase the weight. If you are scared or not able to do it alone, then ask someone to stand over you for safety and then do it. That will increase your power. If you stick to the same weight then your muscles will adapt you will not be able to make any progress. Read more about having the right form and posture during weight training.

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Published : February 4, 2015 11:05 am
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