Fitness Goals Support Group
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just starting to go back to the gym, anybody know any good workouts to lean up and build some new musle
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
As for weight training, I've gone both heavy (for bulk) and lighter (to help with endurance and definition). The work-outs I liked best were essentially circuit training. They were quick and effective. I'd leave the gym in 20-30 minutes and be worn OUT. I tried to run MWF with a long, slow run on Sunday. I'd weight train TTh.
Here's my circuit training:
Bench Press
Shoulder Press
Curls
Tricep pushdowns
Lat Pulldowns
I'd start and end each circuit with crunches. No rest between movements; only a minute (or less) rest between circuits. Three or four circuits with 12-15 reps per movement.
LOL! Sad to see where I am now! That workout killed me then. It'd hospitalize me now!
Oh, and don't forget to warm-up and do some light stretching before and after. Hope this helps!
The trainers at gyms are usually pretty good at giving you suggestions that suit your specific needs and aspirations.
I had intended to have a couple sessions with a trainer to get me started again, but it turned out so well that I am still seeing my trainer twice a week.
My friend works out on his own, but every few months, he schedules a session with a trainer, just to be sure he has his form correct.
Remember, if you form is bad, you may be doing more harm than good.
Happy pumping!