Just starting out! I have a question

[chicken dinner]

So I stumbled upon this website, and it's something kind of wonderful.  But I have a question for you guys!  I haven't purchased any of the programs yet, and right now can't really afford to go to the gym.  I do have adjustable dumbbells AND resistance bands of varying sizes.  So my question iiis: Have any of you worked out with bands before?  And used with eating paleo, would using them in a workout routine be beneficial?  Thanks for your help!

[wildross]

Welcome!

 

Yes, resistance bands and dumbbells will make a fine start.  They would work well as accessories for a body weight workout (pushups, pullups, squats, planks) which you can start right now!!

[TearDowntheDawn]

Hi. I'm not sure about the fitness bands; I had some but really prefer to just use dumbbells or other "heavy things" like myself, sandbags, rocks, etc. (I also eat Paleo and follow the website by Mark Sisson called marks daily apple for workout and diet advice). When I found the nerdfitness site, I just started out doing the Basic body weight circuit workout and found it to be a great place to start. I was also considering joining a gym at the time, but not wanting to pay those monthly fees, instead I am purchasing some type of equipment for a home gym with each paycheck - kind of works out as a reward for sticking with my fitness and nutrition program as well. 

[CapN_Tommy_Sunshine]

I started out using the resistance bands.  They can provide a wonderful workout, and are pretty versatile.  The best part is how they do not take up much space like a larger home gym would.