[mrtron]

That lift looks far too complicated and awkward for a noob to weightlifting.

If you want to start weight lifting go really simple to avoid any problems early on.

Squat, deadlift, overhead press, bench press. Do everything with barbells to start if possible, if not go with dumbbells.

I do agree 5x5 or so is the way to go - especially starting out as this will allow you to go with heavier weights.

Don't go to failure, keep well below that and stay consistent a few times a week. It is by far the best way to gain overall strength. Lookup 'riptoes workout' as a good guide to that basic plan if you want the generally accepted best way to gain strength from scratch.

[latortuga]

Lunges are also a really good choice starting out - you can modulate the intensity with super easily - change how low you go, add weights, put your arms in the air, do intense rep sets, add kicks, etc. Lunges are a great exercise.