Last I checked our job performance requirements, it was 125 solo, and 250 with a partner. I think....
Reality point: you need to be able to lift heavy objects in their industry. While it's 75% technique, it's still 25% muscle. You don't need to be a body builder, but you need some muscles.
Pushups are great, bench press is great, squats are great, bicep curls are great, leg presses are great. Do what you can.
If you want to join a gym, go for it. You can get a personal trainer, but they tend to be pricey. just work your muscles. Don't do more than you can handle, but push your limits. I always preferred working out with a buddy, but that's just me.
No one can give you weight requirements, because it's your body. If I tell you that you should be able to bench press 135 (which is the bar and one plate on each side), I don't want you to get hurt because you can't do it yet, and then it's "I got hurt because I listened to DrParasite!!!" start light, and if you feel it's too easy, than add more weight. more weight = more muscle, more reps = more tone.
The sites below can give you a good starting point. Good luck!
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