so i'm going to be starting to do some gym work this season. i've run ok so far of none -1.52 i'm still only 19. What do people recommend? free weights or should i be more inclined to do circuits- pushs ups, sit ups, etc
its hard to find information regarding this as i don't particularly want to get big..but more strong such as ab region
cheers
Do both
You really want gain muscle mass if you are running a good bit. I'd stick to machines that only work the muscles involved in running (except for possible injury prevention). I would 2x10 with as much weight as you can 10 of and do a circuit type of thing(one set of arms, one set of legs). As for abs region, lots of sit ups and crunches of various positions, which can be worked into the circuit. Also it is very important to get the back stronger too. So, something like hyperextensions would be good for you.
What good back exercises can you do if say.. you don't have access to anywhere with any machine that works the back? Thanks.