I want to start strength training – how heavy should I lift to begin with?

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Follow the workouts as described in the previous pages for four weeks, then use the progressions below to make things harder. This will ensure your fitness and muscle building progress and will allow you to use the workouts for a complete 12-week plan

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Answer the questions below to discover the type of exercise that suits your goals, lifestyle and personality. Once you’ve found your match, read on for expert-led advice on how to optimise each type of movement for results and build a workout week that works for you.

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