Unfit & Beginner

boopboop120 · February 2014

I don't have access to a gym and my time for working out is limited. My fitness is terrible, especially stamina and arm strength. I can't even do a single push-up properly.
I am going to take up weekly karate (1 hour), but what exercises can I do at home which won't kill me in the first few weeks and won't eat into my time? I'm sure this is a very common question, but I am finding it difficult to know where to start, especially as I hate exercising due to my lack of fitness.

AleKeo · February 2014

Feel free to add me! I can help you

ashleyisgreat · February 2014

If you like videos, try some of the beginner-level Fitness Blender videos on Youtube. I am in the same boat--I cannot do a single push-up! But I've been doing these a couple times a week and it's a great place to start.

Here's the two that I do most often.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSZj19AUU5I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A6Uai5sQVw

Both focus on cardio, but they include body weight resistance stuff, too, which is great. Try them and see.

Snooozie · February 2014

Im not sure what you mean by "exercise that won't eat into your time" ... but there's a load of resources on this thread for exercising at home:flowerforyou: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1036373-lifting-without-a-gym

UmmSqueaky · February 2014

Visit your local library and check out their fitness dvd collection. Try a few until you find out what you like. And when in doubt, walking is a great place to start. If the weather in your area is poor, mall walking is good, if a bit cliche.

boopboop120 · February 2014

Thanks everyone, I'll have a look

michellekicks · February 2014

Walk for transportation. Or ride a bike.

boopboop120 · February 2014

Im not sure what you mean by "exercise that won't eat into your time" ... but there's a load of resources on this thread for exercising at home:flowerforyou: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1036373-lifting-without-a-gym

I mean that I don't have the time to go jogging/cycling/walking for 2 hours
Thanks for the link

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