Question 1

are dumbbell flys effective?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Dumbell flys will exercise your deltoids and pectoral muscles in particular.  This is effective if your goal is to increase the strength of these muscles.

Question 2

how old should i be to use 5kg dumbbells?

Accepted Answer

Lifting weights: We often advise that kids should not be lifting weights before puberty as it puts additional strain on growing tendons and bones and can affect height and cause injury.  That being said, you should only be using a weight that you can hold or move steadily to avoid injury.  If you are shaking too much trying to carry 5 pounds or 50 pounds, it's too heavy.

Question 3

will lifting 5 pound dumbbells stunt my growth?

Accepted Answer

Nope: If you are basically healthy , then your growth will determined by the potential your dna has. Nothing you do will really matter. There are no exercises or supplements that will make you taller than you are meant to be.

Question 4

are 6kg dumbbell weights any good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If used in a program of graded increase in weights and generally good exercise, dumbell weights of various strengths can be helpful.  You should exercise through stiff ness but not through pain.  A good physical exercise counselor can help design a program depending upon your goals.

Question 5

how often should i lift dumbbells a week to see results?

Accepted Answer

Weight Training: It is usually 3 to 5 times a week doing 5 repetitions of gradually increasing weight.
Say 5 lbs. lift it 5 times, then go to 7.5 lbs, lift it 5 times.
Depends on what weights in gym.
 If you have home dumbbells then use same weight and build up the number of times you lift it.(repetitions) 
Work out 3 to 5 times a week and you will see muscle definition.

Question 6

do you grow when you use dumbbells at the age of 14 yrs?

Accepted Answer

Not really: You are too young to be posting on healthtap at 14 yo. You must be older in order to ask questions, since you're under parental supervision.

Question 7

what kind of dumbbells should i use to when i start lifting?

Accepted Answer

At age 50: no more than 40 pounds!

My opinion only
Hope it helps
Dr Z

Question 8

are there any helpful exercises i can do with a single dumbbell?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Single-arm dumbbell curls for biceps, dumbbell kickbacks for triceps, and side lateral raises for shoulders.

Question 9

do you have a good circuit workout that only requires dumbbells?

Accepted Answer

Total body: If you want a total body workout using only dumbells  then here it is. Start with lower body with lunges, then straight leg dead lift, calf raises, all can be done with dumbells. Next a bicep and tricep  exercise done alternating dumbells with supinating curls into overhead extensions. Next a shoulder exercise which works all 3 heads, the Arnold press. And finally, chest press and single arm rows

Question 10

how to choose ideal dumbbell weights for beginners. i am 5'8 tall my weiht is 66kg?

Accepted Answer

Weights: Start with 2lb weight and gradually work your way up.

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