Thomas Strilko works at XIFIN in San Diego, where he has held positions including technologist, service engineer, and currently, sales professional. During his spare time, Thomas Strilko enjoys weightlifting, a form of strength training that can be difficult to get started in but provides significant benefits once training is underway.
Strength training can be done with barbells, dumbbells, or no weights at all. All three have their place in a balanced fitness regimen.
Bodyweight exercises include classics like push-ups, pull-ups, and dips, and many can be done without any equipment. These exercises are great for those on a budget, but should be regularly adjusted for consistent strength improvement.
Dumbbells, meanwhile, can be acquired relatively cheaply, take up little space, and adjustable dumbbells make small adjustments in weight easy. The stabilization challenge of a single-handed weight can also draw attention to muscle groups neglected when training on machines. On the other hand, a wide range of heavy dumbbells can be quite expensive.
The final type of free weight, the barbell, generates clear and rapid progression with increments of weight added regularly. Its stability makes it the best tool for lower body training as well. A full set of weights can be acquired gradually as a beginning lifter gains experience.
Strength training can be done with barbells, dumbbells, or no weights at all. All three have their place in a balanced fitness regimen.
Bodyweight exercises include classics like push-ups, pull-ups, and dips, and many can be done without any equipment. These exercises are great for those on a budget, but should be regularly adjusted for consistent strength improvement.
Dumbbells, meanwhile, can be acquired relatively cheaply, take up little space, and adjustable dumbbells make small adjustments in weight easy. The stabilization challenge of a single-handed weight can also draw attention to muscle groups neglected when training on machines. On the other hand, a wide range of heavy dumbbells can be quite expensive.
The final type of free weight, the barbell, generates clear and rapid progression with increments of weight added regularly. Its stability makes it the best tool for lower body training as well. A full set of weights can be acquired gradually as a beginning lifter gains experience.
