# Minimal equipment - want to get back into training and seeking some advice

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**Category:** Training Q&A \[Moderated\]\
**Created:** [May 27, 2022, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/minimal-equipment-want-to-get-back-into-training-and-seeking-some-advice/12464 "2022-05-27T18:15:03Z")\
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**Author:** ![HealthisWealth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/cdc98d/32.png) [@HealthisWealth](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/HealthisWealth)\
**Post date:** [May 27, 2022, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/minimal-equipment-want-to-get-back-into-training-and-seeking-some-advice/12464/1 "2022-05-27T18:15:03Z")

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Hi fellas.

I want to start resistance training after a significant 5 year lay off due to pain (pretty much everywhere) and ditched all resistance training to ‘avoid further damage’.

I have dumbbells that go up to 22lbs per dumbbell and kettlebells that go up to 17.6lbs per bell. I have resistance bands, TRX straps and occasionally access to a pull up bar. The gym is not an option for me for at least a year due to work circumstances.

Can I forge out a good resistance training regime with my body weight and the aforementioned equipment? My goal is just to be resilient and enjoy training. Any recommendations for exercise selection and programming?

cheers.

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**Author:** ![Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/jordan_feigenbaum/32/1315_2.png) [@Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Jordan_Feigenbaum)\
**Post date:** [May 28, 2022, 3:15pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/minimal-equipment-want-to-get-back-into-training-and-seeking-some-advice/12464/2 "2022-05-28T15:15:00Z")

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HIW,

I think this is likely perfect for you: [How-to Exercise at Home | Barbell Medicine](https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-exercise-at-home/)

The at-home template comes with a bunch of options depending on available equipment. I think that would be a great set-up.

-Jordan

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**Author:** ![HealthisWealth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/cdc98d/32.png) [@HealthisWealth](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/HealthisWealth)\
**Post date:** [May 30, 2022, 11:28am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/minimal-equipment-want-to-get-back-into-training-and-seeking-some-advice/12464/3 "2022-05-30T11:28:59Z")

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> [@Jordan\_Feigenbaum](#):
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> HIW,
> 
> I think this is likely perfect for you: [How-to Exercise at Home | Barbell Medicine](https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-exercise-at-home/)
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> The at-home template comes with a bunch of options depending on available equipment. I think that would be a great set-up.
> 
> -Jordan

That looks ideal for what I’m looking for - cheers.

One quick Q on the programming - for the first 8 weeks it looks as though GPP takes the form of LISS and HITT 2/3 x per week and then after week 8, upper back, Torso and arm training forms part of the GPP as well. Is this correct?

Appreciated.

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**Author:** ![Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/jordan_feigenbaum/32/1315_2.png) [@Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Jordan_Feigenbaum)\
**Post date:** [May 31, 2022, 4:24pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/minimal-equipment-want-to-get-back-into-training-and-seeking-some-advice/12464/4 "2022-05-31T16:24:03Z")

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> [@HealthisWealth](#):
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> That looks ideal for what I’m looking for - cheers.
> 
> One quick Q on the programming - for the first 8 weeks it looks as though GPP takes the form of LISS and HITT 2/3 x per week and then after week 8, upper back, Torso and arm training forms part of the GPP as well. Is this correct?
> 
> Appreciated.

Yes, exactly.