Weight lifting for beginners female

Stepping up to a weights rack, a selection of dumbbells, or even just setting foot in a gym for the first time can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, learning how to lift weights can help you feel confident while working out and achieve your fitness goals more effectively. 

Although some moves look straightforward, you still need to consider which weights to use, how heavy to lift, and learn the proper technique.

And that's true whether you want to use a kettlebell to boost your metabolism or lift dumbbells to build a stronger upper body. 

To help you learn how to lift weights properly, we spoke to Chris Gagliardi, a personal trainer certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Gagliardi explained where to start, how often you should weight train, and how to become confident lifting weights to help you build strength and feel good.