Barbells can feel scary, right? Especially when the weight room seems dominated by heavy lifters, it's easy to think barbell training isn’t for you. But let me assure you something—barbell workouts are most definitely for women and for beginners too! Below, are the most basic of equipment that can be used to exercise your upper body muscles, burn fats, and generally enhance your fitness levels. Even there isn’t the need to lift very big weights to feel the simulated effect of weights.