How much weight do you use? Are they hand weights or do you do other weights? I like the idea of doing something with weights...

http://www.oprah.com/presents/2005/bootcam..._favorite.jhtml

A website to help you get started. I think on Oprah.com she has more info.

I used the original Bob Greene book for motivation.

I don't have any machines. I use 5.5 and 8.8 weights and elastic tubing - which can take the place of some machines. Using free weights eliminates most of the injuries that may occur with machines. When I went to the gym, I loved the chest press but I got careless and ended up wretching some muscles. The only machine I miss is the leg press.

Thanks, I have some hand weights and bands, too.