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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My 9infrequently attended by me] gym closed, so I am now for a good at-home program. I currently have dumbbell sets between 3 - 20 lbs.

I need to go semi-slow at times to accommodate old injuries. I used to lift regularly with a trainer, so I know how to modify lifting but many online programs go too darn fast for me.

I tried Caroly Girvan and while I like her, I felt dispirited by all of the core work. I just simply could not do *any* of it, even at the beginning of the plans I tried out. I think I need something much more rudimentary for core work or something that offers suggestions for modifications.

I recall seeing a program or two for women in my demographic on Instagram, but can't find the programs anymore. I'd prefer a written guide as well as video sessions to follow along with. Any recommendations? [/quote]
I started with Caroline Girvan back in 2021. Her Epic programs are kind of nuts and not a good starting point.  I really like her Iron program.  It’s pure strength, no crazy moves, and you can re-do it with heavier weights if you want.  It’s also about 30min so you can do other types of workouts. Btw-I’ve been doing her workouts for 3 plus years but I’m not a fan of her core workouts.  So I skip them and do beginner Pilates instead for core. [/quote]

I was going to ask which programs of CG you do.  I've been doing Iron, first on YouTube and then I bought the app.  I am halfway through Iron on the app.  I do other things for core/abs. Some of the Iron days have some abs/core but not many.

I'm a CG fan.  If you were doing other programs of hers, I recommend going back to Iron on You Tube.  It is dumbells or bodyweight only.  You will also need a band but that's it.[/quote]

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