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

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 3

please tell me, could i lift bricks as dumbells?

Accepted Answer

Although possible.: You wouldn't be able to hold it the same way to work muscles. It could fall and cause crush injury. It's rough texture could lead to abrasions.

Question 4

can girls use dumbbells in gym.

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Yes, weight and resistance training is fine for both men and women.  Make sure to start low and go slow.  Work with someone knowledgable like a personal trainer initially to learn good form and prevent injury.  Good luck.

Question 5

does dumbbell lifting can make me shorter?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: Unless the stress of the additional weight compresses and damages your growth plates.  That will just decrease your "potential" height - not make you shorter.

Question 6

my chin hurts after hitting it on a dumbbell. ice it?

Accepted Answer

Sore chin: If the chin is just sore after hitting it with a dumbell, then i would ice it 20 minutes every hour for the first 2 days. If you are not allergic, you can also take an anti-inflammatory medicine like advil (ibuprofen) or naproxen. If there is any change in your teeth fitting together, then you should definitely see a dentist or physician.

Question 7

are dumbbells better than barbells for weight training?

Accepted Answer

Just different: Both are beneficial for weight training.  Dumbbells allow greater range of motion and require the use of accessory muscles more.  Barbells  are more restrictive, but strengthen your primary muscle groups and are generally less likely to cause injury.

Question 8

what weight should i start in for dumbbells for home weight training?

Accepted Answer

Weight training: 10 lbs is a good starting weight and then you can increase from there. There some dumbbells on the market that have switchable weights that you may want to look at instead of buying separate weights.

Question 9

at what age can a child start lifting weights like barbells or dumbbells?

Accepted Answer

See below: The important thing with weight training in children is proper technique. They will not develop increase in muscle mass, until puberty.

Question 10

can exercising with a swiss ball and dumbells be considered a complete workout?

Accepted Answer

It's a great workout: So much can be done with so little. You can essentially work out every muscle group with the right combination of weights.  Start with a pair of 2.5lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb and 20 lb dumbbells, no more is needed, start simple.Start with exercise that work more than one muscle group at a time. Remember. Core strength is the foundation all exercises build upon.

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