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what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/26/2005 3:02:31 PM   
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Status: offline 		I was wandering because I am 13 and wondered if that is a good time to start.
Also what age span should i get the best results?
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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/26/2005 9:16:37 PM   
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Status: offline 		My opinion might not be what you want to hear but at 13-14 I would rather play some sport outside or be more in my school thing than being in a gym lifting weight.
BUT if you still want to lift some weight, start with light weight and concentrate on good form. Don't go heavy, be careful and have someone like your older brother of even your father close to you.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/26/2005 9:46:40 PM   
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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/26/2005 10:34:06 PM   
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Status: offline 		Oh ya I also meant to ask what would be some good exercises to do, I mostly want to get thinner and not have fat on my chest.
I weight 120-130 pounds and I am 5’ -5’ 3” and according to my school I am 13% bf and a web site says I am 16.5% bf (???) please help I atleast want to be healthy but adding muscle would be good to because I am going into 8th grade and I get kind of embaresd in gym as it is.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/26/2005 10:40:33 PM   
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Status: offline 		oh and I don't have any equipment I could buy some dumbellls but I need to know what I need first.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 4:29:45 AM   
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Status: offline 		Try having a more proper nutrition, have you parents read our nutrition site if they don't believe what you say about proper nutrition !Smile
Add some cardio, you can run, rollerblade, bike, soccer, basket......anything but for 30-45 minutes 3-4 times a week.
Try buying some 5-10-15-20 dumbells and a bench if you really want to start lifting weights. (Canadian Tire offers some nice beginners kit at my place)
Ahh I almost forgot...find a bar somewhere where you could do some chin ups !

When you'll be ready, just pop a question on what to do !

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 4:49:18 AM   
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Status: offline 		i tell you with those light dumbells i can kill your biceps... I did an excercise yesterday where i failed on the 4th set with 10lb DB... Vince Gironda style 

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 12:54:04 PM   
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Status: offline 		sheep....are u kidding,man u got no endurance.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 1:19:11 PM   
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Status: offline 		no its really intense, you should check it out, its all about strict form, i can do 30lbs 3x12 normal, this way is special

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 1:30:39 PM   
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I used to do 50 reps on 20lbs dumbells

I used to do endurance like that...

But now i just bulk and lift big...I havent tried my endurance lately...I might try to see if i have lost any

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 4:08:40 PM   
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Status: offline 		Pullups, chinups, dips, pushups (with variations like elevated, diamond, and so on), situps, and very light weights will help you build a good foundation for later.  You might want to consult a doctor about anything more than that.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/27/2005 10:26:52 PM   
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Status: offline 		I would recommend purchasing a Total Gym or Boflex.  With the total gym workout program you can see results within the first two weeks ITS AWSOME

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/28/2005 6:06:19 AM   
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Status: offline 		But would that be healthy for a 13 year old or should i wait a year or 2? After all I still need to design a proper diet and add that to a proper exersise plan. So what would be the point of spending 100's of dolars on a machine if it is not healthy for me or is not what I need at the time... or am really messed up in my thinking?Smile
p.s. sorry if i sound rude not trying to or any thing just new to forums in genral and not I am not very good at talking with people and such.

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/28/2005 8:17:05 AM   
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I'm 14 and my gym has been showing results for me. However, muscles can develop at anytime from a large range for guys.  Based on my "personal" experience, i was able at school to start lifting at 13.  and my dad had a total gym and i got it out and started using it.

The total gym is great for just one or many people in your family. Talk to your parents and they will help you find an answer

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/28/2005 10:20:39 AM   
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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/28/2005 12:41:56 PM   
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Status: offline 		When i was told to buy 5-10-15-20 pound dumbells can i just buy 2 or 3 of them they cost all together $45 and i don't have a income source so i only have like $30  and I don't Know when i will have more, it could be 2 weeks or 2 months maybe longerSmile.

Oh and can i sort of make a bench by adding padding to a regular bench or somthing?

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/28/2005 6:24:08 PM   
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My opinion might not be what you want to hear but at 13-14 I would rather play some sport outside or be more in my school thing than being in a gym lifting weight.


I don't want to be rude, but there is a time for everything, at your age, play some sports, be active outside and eat right. You'll save money and you will enjoy the summer !

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 7/29/2005 9:45:43 AM   
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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 2/7/2007 2:18:17 PM   
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Status: offline 		MMMMMM................Hey is there a workout schedule I might find.I can't go to the gym becase I'm only 12 right now but I want to start to get some muscle instead of fat.I'm pretty tall for my age though I look as tall as a 15 year old.(sort of)Smile

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RE: what is the youngest age I should start bodybuilding? - 2/7/2007 3:56:42 PM   
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Status: offline 		You can weight lift at any age. What you do need to do is get instruction from an expert....not just some kid you know who seems strong. All you need right now is to do the basics. So here is a list and a link that will show you propper form, I will also list the order in which to do them.
 
Monday
squat 4x10-12 reps
SLDL 3x10-12 reps
standing calf raise 3x10-15 reps

Tue. Day off


Wednesday
Bench press 3x10
Incline press 3x10
military press 3x10
tricep extensions 3x10

Thurs. Day off

Friday
Dead lift 3x10 reps
Dumbell rows 3x10
Lat pull downs 3x10
curls 3x10

Sat and Sun Off

This is just a basic traing program idea.


http://www.exrx.net/Lists/Directory.html

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