I want to buy a barbell but all of the reviews say its great for a upper body workout can it be used to lower too?

[Anonymous]

If I do squats and rdls with the barbell then that's a lower workout right?

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Can I build glutes and thighs with 37 pound barbell?

[Anonymous]

Yes, a barbell can definitely be used for lower body workouts such as squats and Romanian deadlifts (RDLs). In fact, these are some of the most common exercises performed with a barbell for lower body strength training.

Squats are a compound exercise that target the muscles of the lower body, including the quads, hamstrings, and glutes. RDLs are another compound exercise that target the hamstrings and glutes, as well as the lower back.

When performing these exercises with a barbell, it's important to use proper form and technique to prevent injury and maximize the effectiveness of the exercises. It's also important to start with a weight that is appropriate for your fitness level and gradually increase the weight as you become stronger and more comfortable with the movements.

Remember, when it comes to strength training, it's important to work all major muscle groups, including the upper and lower body, for overall strength and fitness. Incorporating a variety of exercises and equipment, such as barbells, dumbbells, and resistance bands, can help you achieve a well-rounded strength training program.

[b-river]

A barbell is a very versatile tool! If you can find an exercise, there's probably a barbell version of it, including both of your exercises. If you want more clear fitness knowledge I would recommend alpha destiny's novice program. And watch athlean x and squat university to learn more about your athletic body. Good luck on your journey!!

[b-river]

As far as building glutes and thighs, 37 pounds may be a little light. But it depends on your body as well. Start with what you have, and see what you can get! Then work your way up from there

[Asker]

I'm 154 pounds and I want to lose about 7 -8 pounds of fat and change my body with muscle

I don't want to be super muscular but I want to have subtle muscle definition. I want to tone mainly but just define my body with a little muscle

[Asker]

Can i achieve noticeable muscle definition with that weight

[b-river]

You'd probably have to put on a little more than that, size builds from taxing the energy and strength of a muscle. You can hit the energy, going over and over again, but you have to get stronger over time for muscle to build. That means having weight that can increase. Start with that 37 pounds barbell, that will allow you to start just working out, and that will start showing progress over time. Then when you NEED more weight, buy it then.

[b-river]

Working out changes your body, simple as that, but how much it changes slows down when you keep doing the same thing. So no matter what you have to get new stuff eventually. So just start, learn, grow, and go from there

[Asker]

I have a butt and slightly muscular thighs as it is. People already think I go to the gym so I don't want major muscle

[b-river]

You definitely don't have to worry about becoming too muscular. That is like trying not to drive too much because you don't want to become a nascar driver haha. Just start it up, and find where you're happy! Then you can maintain. If you want, you can dm me. I've done coaching before and love talking about fitness

[Asker]

I followed you

[b-river]

I'm still too low level to dm people haha, message me when you'd like to talk more about it :)

[pascal_climbs]

If they are heavy enough. For leg exercises, you quickly need 20 kg or more to have effect

[SecretsofKB]

Yes, if you use it that way, it's also for lower body.

[HighValue]

Get a pair of dumbbells. You can hold them easier while doing calf lifts, squats, lunges, etc.

[In_Trance]

yeah