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I want to start working out what should I do? Today we show you the Beginner’s Workout Plan, everything you need to get started! As a trainer, I can’t even count the number of times I’ve heard this, but they lack a solid beginner’s workout plan. It’s great to hear because when people exercise they’ll feel better, look better and they will truly enjoy their life so much more. But, most people never follow through with their new goal because there’s so much workout information available that makes it hard to figure out where to start. Pick up any fitness magazine and try to find a beginner’s workout plan, you’ll end up getting more confused than before.

The Beginners Workout Plan Should I do cardio? Should I do weight training? Should I train like a? Should I workout 3 days a week?

Should I go nuts and go 5 days a week? There’s a lot of things to think about when it comes to working out, so we’re gonna keep it simple for you and start you off with the right beginner’s workout plan today! What’s the best way to start seeing results?.

To get the best results this will be a 4week program beginner’s workout plan, we’re going to look at weight training in the 8-12 rep range and also on a basic,. Since most people on a new plan get overwhelmed and quit because there’s too much to do, we won’t talk about the diet plan until the 2nd week of the workout so that you’re comfortable in your Who’s this workout for?. If you haven’t worked out before but want to get in shape, lose that stubborn body fat and change your life forever. If you were previously in shape, but have fallen off the wagon and want to get back to your old self.

If you have a busy life and don’t want to spend 2 hrs at a gym every day. If you aren’t seeing results with the workout you’re doing now. What will this workout do for me? If you’re a guy, this workout will. Burn lots of fat. Build muscle in all of your large muscle group areas (chest, arms, core, thighs, back, butt, calves).

Boost your metabolism. Set an excellent foundation for any type of workout program to follow. If you’re a woman, this workout will.

Burn body fat through your whole body. Increase your metabolism. Give you a tight, toned look in your arms, stomach, thighs and butt. What you’ll find in this article. Part 1: A 3 day per week workout which shows you step by step what you need to do at the gym.

Part 2: What to do after you’ve finished the beginner’s workout plan. Part 3: A very simple and easy-to-use meal plan to follow once you’re comfortable in your workout routine (this will help you lose more fat and look better). Ok let’s get started The Beginner’s Gym Workout Plan If you haven’t worked out in a long time or you’re just starting for the first time, your main goal for the first few weeks will be to learn the correct form for each exercise and to build a base of strength and stability. This will set a good foundation for your workout program. For the first four weeks, we’ll be doing a warm-up and two exercises each day. For many people who are used to doing a lot of isolation exercises (i.e.

Bicep curls, calf raises), you might think that two exercises is barely a workout. But the difference here is that we’re doing compound exercises that work the largest muscle groups, which means more definition in your muscles and a higher amount of fat is burned.

The Workout Schedule Monday. Warm up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, doing jumping jacks, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 1 set of 12 repetitions with no barbell and then 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell (no added weights. – 3 sets of 12 reps with the barbell. Note: Rest 60-90 seconds between each set. Wednesday.

Warm-up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell. (see note #2 below). – 3 sets of 8 reps. (see note #3 below if you can’t do a chin-up yet) Note: Take a 60-90 second rest between each set Note 2: To perform the deadlift with just a barbell, you’ll need to put the bar on something about 6-8 inches high to simulate the height the bar would be if there were weight plates on it. My suggestions would be putting the hooks on the squat bar really low, stacking weights up, using step ups or stools, use fake plastic plates or use plyo boxes. The goal is to simulate the height that the bar would be with real plates on it.

Note 3: If you can’t complete 8 chin ups (most newbies can’t) there are a few ways to get help. Use an assisted chinup machine at the gym which will provide assistance for you and help push you up. Make sure the asssistance you use makes it hard to finish 8 reps (dont use it as a trampoline!) You can also use stretch bands by hanging them over the top of a squat rack and hooking them under your feet. Your last option is to have a partner hold your feet and help push you up and down.

Friday. Warm up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 1 set of 12 repetitions with no barbell and then 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell (no added weights.

– 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell (no weight added). If the barbell is too heavy then use dumbbells that allow you to do 12 reps. Notes: Rest 60-90 seconds between each set ———————————————————————————– Week 2 workout Monday.

Warm up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, doing jumping jacks, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell. – 3 sets of 8 reps Note: Take a 60-90 second rest between each set Wednesday. Warm up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 1 set of 12 repetitions with no barbell and then 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell (no added weights. – 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell (no weight added). If the barbell is too heavy then use dumbbells that allow you to do 12 reps.

Note: Rest 60-90 seconds between each set Friday. Warm up for 3-5 minutes by either jumping rope, using a rower machine or riding a stationary bike. – 3 sets of 12 repetitions with the barbell. – 3 sets of 12 reps with the barbell Notes: Rest 60-90 seconds between each set ———————————————————————————– Week 3 workout Note: Add in our during week 3 By now you should have a good grasp of all of the basic exercises we’re going to be working with. If you still can’t complete the workouts listed above with the barbell as weight that’s perfectly fine.

Just continue the two-week workout above for another two weeks before moving on to the Week 3 workout. For week 3, we’re gonna add two new elements to your workout.

a simple diet plan. weight to the barbell (unless you feel you’re not ready) If you’ve made it through the two workouts above and feel like you can add weight to the bar, then we’ll add weight in this workout. To add weight to the bar, you’ll want to add a weight that makes it hard to do 12 reps.

Notice I said 12 reps, not 13 or 14! If you’re putting up more than 12 reps, it’s not enough weight. Your last few reps should be very tough to eek out. Also make sure you are completing all 12 reps with GOOD form. If you have to do half-assed to get 12 done, then the weight is too much. Proper form is much more important than lifting more weight.

This is really a trial and error process with picking a weight, but a good place to start would be to add about 15 lbs to each end of the bar (30 lbs total) and then move up or down from there to find your correct weight for 12 reps. Hi Vic, Like many others who have commented, I stumbled upon your site and love it. I’ve recently started dieting and working out for weight loss, but only using isolated movements (arm and leg ext, curls, lateral raises). I want to make the switch to the full-body methods you advocate. How do you feel about using the Smith Machine for the movements where the bar is overhead (shoulder press, squat), and even for the bench press? I haven’t seen you mention it anywhere, but I imagine it may take away from gains in balance? What about for the beginner trying to learn good form?

Love the site and the no B.S. Question: I have a bum knee (flat, pronated feet) that prevents me from doing loads of squats, jumping, sprints etc. That I KNOW builds tons of muscle and burns fat. Now, at 32, 5’10, 170#, 37% BF, mother of 3(nursing too), I want to get lean and hard. I’ve been doing slow jogging for 30-40 minutes but don’t really have the time.

I’m starting Burpees as they don’t seem to irritate my knee too much.What other low (or relatively low) impact cardio can I do at home for max results? My dream is to get to at LEAST 20% BF.Changed my diet to 1600calories, 1 cheat meal a week, no “white” products, limited simple carbs, etc. Doing good in that department.

THANKS AND KEEP UP THE SITE. Sounds like you have a good start with the diet and braving the burpees. If getting lean is your goal, ditch the long slow 40 minute jogs. Sure it’s better than sitting on the couch, but it is not the best choice. To get lean, you have to accelerate the heart rate to a level that is what I refer to as “uncomfortable”.

Burpees are a great choice as are any movements where you have to jump. But if jumping irritates your knees, my go-to substitute is kettlebell swings. Another option I’ve used with clients is boxing drills; just shadow box as best you can – as long as you are not making impact with a bag or focus mitts, it will be ok if your technique is not perfect. The important thing is to move! First, ask your doctor. If your current doc is not too sharp on his exercise lingo, see a sports medicine specialist. That being said, I too have lower back issues that become aggravated with the deadlift.

I’ve found that using versions of the deadlift that force you too use much lower weight treat my back fine. But that’s MY back we’re talking about and your issues are likely different. With that disclaimer (I was a lawyer), I have had success using the suitcase deadlift and the single leg deadlift. Another alternate I use is heavy double kettlebell swings.

Train hard but train safe. I just happened to come across this website and I completely love it. Now, Im a beginner and I want to start off right and not use the machines at the gym so Im trying to learn all I can about using free weights. Im 5’8 135lbs, I unlike many woman want to gain weight or better said gain some muscle, I dont really want to be too lean (prefer thicker legs and a butt please). Should I eat more, like a bodybuilder? Why isnt there more mass building info for woman that dont want to look like Ms. Olympia but rather like a very fit brazilian carnival dancer(I dont know, just love thier bodies).

I’m 40 years 180lbs/5’11” and about 6 months ago I started going to the gym. I’m mainly using the machines to working out but I’ve seen not much of improvements, hopefully I found your site and it looks very helpful and full of valuable information, I’m planning to start with your system for beginner and later jump to the strength training because I’m not interested in becoming a bodybuilder or anything but I would like to burn fat,gain strength and some muscle. Do you think that a person at my age can achieve good results? Hi i am Rav, i am from Australia. I hv came across to your website a week ago.

Workout Plans

I was going to the gym regularly about 5 yrs ago. I have recently started working-out again.

I am following your guide and wish to develope a good physics within 6 months. I strictly follow my diet and workout schedule. I really want to develop good body with big thighs, and shoulder/arms. Will you plz guide me in diet section. I am a vegetarian but I do eat fish.

I know diet is the most important thing in making good body. My body responds really well with respect to workout. Just need proper diet so I don’t get those ugly stretch-marks. One more question will it be good idea to workout in gym everyday with-out day off?

I am 6 foot tall, 82KG weight, i have Athletic body(im not fat). Thanks.keep doing good work Vic.

Let's review some of the key points you need to know to design a machine workout that will get you started on a weightlifting regimen. 1. Kiss: Keep It Simple, Sister First, keep your workout as simple as possible.

Your objective at this point is to get the muscles used to the stress of the weight lifting stimulus and prepare yourself for more advanced programs. Since you're new to the concept of weightlifting, your body will respond quickly to even basic exercises. So progress will happen quickly. Track these changes for motivation—it's called positive reinforcement! Since you're new to the concept of weightlifting, your body will respond quickly to even basic exercises Machine weight training is great because the apparatus helps you through the correct pattern of movement with no stress on your part.

You won't have to worry about as much as you would with free weights. Machine exercises will also help you get comfortable in the gym. Focus On Form At this stage, the goal is not to lift as much as possible. You don't need to be concerned with personal bests. For now, get comfortable and ensure you're performing each exercise correctly. While the machine will guide you through proper form, there are still some things you need to be careful about.

One, make sure your back is pressed flat into the bench or back pad in machine exercises like the leg press, chest press and shoulder press. And two, don't hyperextend your knees or elbows as you do the shoulder press, horizontal chest press, horizontal row, triceps press-down or leg extension. 3. Don't Push Far Beyond Your Comfort Zone Work hard, but not so hard that your comfort zone disappears and you want to quit. If you leave the gym feeling exhausted because you worked so hard, you may develop negative feelings toward working out. Obviously, you should avoid feeling bad about working out. Instead of feeling exhausted, you should leave the gym feeling energized and excited about your next workout. There's a difference between challenging yourself and pushing yourself to the limit.

Save the extreme workouts for after you have a solid training base. Then knock yourself out. 4. Remember To Rest Finally, rest enough to recover. This is a critical part to success with any training program, but some beginners tend to overlook it. Leave at least one day between each of your full-body machine weightlifting sessions.

If you're just starting out and know that you have a slower system, rest for two days. More rest beats not enough rest, so make sure you're fully recovered and feeling great each time you step in the gym. As long as you get in at least two workouts per week, you will start seeing fitness improvements and. If you can do three sessions, excellent! But don't force yourself if you feel like you could use another day off. On To The Programs So now that you know the key components of what makes for a successful machine workout program, here are a few routines to follow.