25/09/2026
Staring at a rack of dumbbells and having zero clue which ones to pick up? This is a common thing when you first start training.
You pick up the 5kg weights and feel like you're lifting air. Then you grab the 10kgs, your eyes bulge out, and you start rattling 🤣
Finding the right weight for an exercise when you are starting out is tricky, but remember, you're not trying to test your absolute limits or ending up so sore you can'twash your hair for a week. The goal is simple: pick a weight where the last couple of reps feels challenging, but your form stays clean.
If a set feels like absolute light work, take the weight up. If you're grunting, holding your breath, or folding like a pretzel just to finish a rep, it'sprobablytime to take the weight down...
Now hopefully picking the right weight doesn't seem as complicated, but if you're still unsure, get yourself down to Platform. We take out the guess work, we stand right there with you to find your baseline, so you can train safely and effectively.
If you think you need that extra guidance, then book a free No Sweat Intro using the link in our bio. See you soon 😎