Exercise Program? Need help, please.

sweetnsassy1491

I recently started going to the gym and I know I need to start out slow and steady. So, I'm doing 30 minutes of cardio and 20 to 30 minutes of using the weight machines. I'm doing 3-4 sets of 15 reps with low weights. I'm not sure if that's right? Of if I should be alternating weights on how many days a week? I need some kind of schedule or guidelines to go by and I'm having trouble finding some. Any advice?

rie_q

Most gyms will set you up with a free PT session when you join, to help you figure this stuff out. Or it might be worth investing in a few to get your started, most gyms will have "start-up" prices

cantfail

You should give your muscles a day to rest between strength workouts, so MWF or TuThS. You can do cardio everyday, but one day a week totally off is not a bad idea. On the machines, make sure you are doing chest, back, shoulders, abs and legs. As far as reps go, you probably want to do 3 sets of 12-15 reps. The weight should be heavy enough that the last rep is really hard and you may not be able to finish the third set.

Mrsallypants

try this: http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout

FFJR

stop doing long steady cardio and switch to a High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) program for cardio. You'll see better results. Check out marksdailyapple for nutrition advice and also Born Fitness and Roman Fitness Systems

googlebear123

try this: http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout

this and walk.


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