If I begin to lift weights, how much should I be expected to lift by the end of the first year?

[debbiedenise]

I have always worked out (Tennis, Volleyball etc.) I read where a lot women are beginning to take up weight lifting due to it being good for the bones etc. I do not want to get like a female body builder at all. I probably need a personal trainer. I guess my question is how much should I be expected to bench press at the end of year one. Is there a rule of thumb to go by as far as how much I should increase or not? Any help would be appreciated as I am new to this. Thanks!

[molonski2]

I would not set a limit , and I would not bother with a person trainer , you already have cardio fitness , resistance work is a good idea for toning , just look up all the various things you want to do , and rather than setting an amount work it out via your sets and reps.
I would think ( on what you have said ) focus more on sets rather than what's the heaviest you can lift.
If you want you can finish the one weight on the bench that is above your limit and just try and press it 2/3 times..
You will quickly work it out for yourself. Consistency is the key , but toning is good , especially for females IMHO.

[NathanDavis]

everyone has their own pace... and objectives

[Viola_456]

First of all we need to know your height and weight 😂 but you dont have to make any goals. Many girls dont even increase their weights much. Just focus on your technique at first

[debbiedenise]

@Viola_456 Thank you.

[SleepingHazard]

That depends on your goal.

[dougeats]

Track your weights every session. Do pyramid sets too! Amazing results! Good luck!

[WonderingManII]

I read that it is hard for a woman to build muscles. The female bodybuilders are usually taking something to get like that.

[LiamS95]

No more then your body weight