New to the gym

LyssaRonnell
LyssaRonnell Posts: 182 Member
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I just got a YMCA membership today. I'm making a goal to run at least 3 miles on the elliptical, use the stair stepper, but from there I'm not sure what to do. I used the weight equipment, but I was clueless on what I should do. I'm wanting a flatter stomach, to lose my love handles, shrink my inner thighs, and strengthen my arms. Overall I want to look more toned. Any advise?

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  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1161603/so-you-want-a-nice-stomach/p1
  • webbz92
    webbz92 Posts: 38 Member
    http://fitnessfooddiva.com/workouts/fitness-tips/6-weeks-summertime-slim-down-program/

    I love this chick. I'm new to the weight room. I'll watch her daily workout video and then print out the pictures. Pictures help me. You can find a lot of great workouts on Pinterest.
  • Bghere1
    Bghere1 Posts: 78 Member
    Whats you goal? weight loss? how much? Long story short. calorie deficit, and increase your muscle mass. more muscle burns more calories. You're not going to get all manly by lifting weights. But more muscle will change your body composition. have fun :smile:
  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    Read the sticky post in the fitness forum. If you follow NROL4W, you can't go wrong.. unlike Pinterest workouts. :+1:

    As far as the extra body fat, that can't be targeted. Google "spot reduction myth" for more on that.
  • ChristopherLimoges
    ChristopherLimoges Posts: 298 Member
    Try starting with a treadmill. Three miles on an elliptical for beginners seems very harsh with the HIIT Bursting.
  • sallygroundhog
    sallygroundhog Posts: 133 Member
    ask for a weight machine orientation. I think that's what it's called. Someone will ask you about your goals, show you how to use the machines, and set you up with a program at your level. There's no charge and you can ask for one at any time. Don't do just cardio; add resistance/weight training.
  • LyssaRonnell
    LyssaRonnell Posts: 182 Member
    My goal is to look more toned. I'm 5'2 and about 130lbs. I take in about 1300 calories a day.What are good ways to increase my muscle mass?
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    LyssaRonnell wrote: »
    My goal is to look more toned. I'm 5'2 and about 130lbs. I take in about 1300 calories a day.What are good ways to increase my muscle mass?

    There's no such thing as "toned". And you can only increase muscle mass by eating at a calorie surplus.

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