Where do I start?

Mrs_Sarah_Minor
Mrs_Sarah_Minor Posts: 25 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I just started back at going to the gym every night/at least 5 nights a week. Does anyone have any tips as to where I should even start? Mind you, I'm a bigger girl that is working on her stamina and strength as to lose weight. If that even makes sense...Please help :disappointed: Private Message/Add me if you'd like!!!

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  • MelodyandBarbells
    MelodyandBarbells Posts: 7,724 Member
    Well since the stickies are missing, check this out:

    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
  • terbusha
    terbusha Posts: 1,483 Member
    Getting into a good exercise regime is great, but you'll make the most headway with your health and weight by what you eat. Eat a lot of healthy, nutrient-dense, whole foods. Hit appropriate calorie and macro goals. Give this time and consistency. You'll make progress for sure. Also, find a good support group that can help you stay on track, give you advice when needed, and encourage you.
    You've got this!

    Allan
  • mbam89
    mbam89 Posts: 73 Member
    Good for you! Getting into going to the gym was so hard for me. It can be really hard not to feel intimidated being a bigger girl and feeling like you don't know what you're doing! Don't give up, though! Maybe going with a friend, or hiring a personal trainer to help you learn the ropes will give you an idea of what exercises work for you. Sometimes I get ideas just from watching other people at the gym!
    I really group exercise classes like yoga, zumba, kickboxing, etc., because the group atmosphere is motivating, and you don't have to know what you're doing, you'll learn as you go.
  • SteveMayer831
    SteveMayer831 Posts: 10 Member
    When I started back, after not being in a gym in years, I began with the treadmill, recumbent or eliptical, and moved on to each of the Cybex machines that work specific body parts. I started with what I thought was a decent weight for me, and adjusted as necessary.
    As I gained strength and stamina, I moved into the free weight area.

    Best,
    Steve

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