Strength training help

c_mac2009

I am looking for some help with establishing a strength training program for myself. I am trying to lose fat and gain muscle. I have some muscle now I have always been an athlete so I have decent fitness and have knowledge of training. What I am trying to find is some lifting routine that people have had success with. I can go to a gym and use the machines to work all of the body but I just feel like I am floating around if that makes sense. I think if I had some kind of a program or routine I would stick with it better. So any suggestions are welcome.

MattArcade

5x5 strong lifts app and watch videos on you tube to know how to do them

gp79

Search the forums for NROLW or either Starting Strength / Stronglifts. They're all well documented.

FauxAngel13

Ive just finished the first stage of 'new rules of lifting for women' and have loved it... I come from a gymnastics, dance and athletics background and I found I could play with this program to suit my strengths and weathnesses... I have also seen some really great results in the shape and definition of muscles (such as an inner thigh gap has re appeared, I havent seen it for about 10 years)

RyanWilson1993

Definatley look up stronglifts 5x5

Emtabo01

I'm doing nrol4w and am pleased, I'm about halfway through.

jodycola

If your gym has a circuit, start with that. Do the circuit which should hit every body part, 4 times a week. Do the circuit 3 times each workout. Keep your reps between 12 & 15. Do cardio at least 4 or 5 days a week as well. Stick with it for 6 wks and see how it goes. Good luck????

BusyRaeNOTBusty

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

strongmind_strongbody

This is the program I followed in 2012. It basically goes against everything everyone else will tell you.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/strongmind_strongbody/view/my-workouts-be-careful-what-you-ask-for-p-460171

However, these were my results from following this program, and honestly they speak for themselves.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/strongmind_strongbody/view/my-2012-it-was-finally-my-time-460389

Best wishes with whatever you decide

Tennolina

bump

jaz050465

I like Chalean extreme. Uses just dumbells at weights I can afford to buy for home use.

cparkburke

If you've ever thought about using a personal trainer, but thought it was too expensive, meeting one at the start of a strength training program really will give you a lot of bang for your buck. They should be able to give you a well-designed workout that you can follow for a few weeks, but more important, they'll check your form so that you don't get hurt. The safety issue is the real value. Try 2 sessions to learn the routine, and maybe do a 3rd if your form isn't great.