Suggest good beginner weight loss workout (no cardio)?!
theguy12
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Suggest good beginner weight loss workout (no cardio)?!
Needs to be something that I will want to keep doing - I get un-motivated quickly if things are too difficult.
Needs to be something that I will want to keep doing - I get un-motivated quickly if things are too difficult.
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Weight loss comes through calorie deficit. E.g.: 1. eat less, 2. do more to increase the calorie deficit (cardio), or 3. both. For what it's worth, I lost the first 30 lbs. without exercising, at all. I just practiced portion control.0
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Why no cardio? What do you mean by that.0
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What types of things do you like to do? You say no cardio, but does that include walking, swimming, hiking? Do you want to do weight training? You can start with some body weight exercises and move up from there. There are tons of different options to try, just test out different stuff until you find something you like. Do you want to workout at home or go to a gym?0
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I hate walking (inside or inside), jogging, elypticals, etc - it's sooo boring and I can't stick with it. I like to hike but can only do that when it's warm (not right now). No swimming near me.
I have a gym membership which I never use. I know circuit training is great since it's high intensity (better than cardio I heard).
But not sure routine or exercises I should be doing. Don't want to wander around gym trying things out and looking like a dummy.0 -
Suggest good beginner weight loss workout (no cardio)?!
Needs to be something that I will want to keep doing - I get un-motivated quickly if things are too difficult.
well give up now.
since you already admit you don't want to do anything "to" hard.
... because guess what'- it's hard. There will be more days than not that it's easier to NOT do the thing. If it was easy- we would all look like the fitness models off the Shape and Men's Health Magazines- but that's just no the way it works.
Successful people are the ones who are not motivated by emotions but the ones that keep doing it day in and day out despite the fact they are no longer having fun. I'ts not about "FUN" i'ts about doing the task- the end goal is more important than doing the more "FUN" thing right here right now.
So either decide you are going to have to be uncomfortable- and be okay with it... or just don't bother since you aren't committed enough to be uncomfortable to change.0 -
I hate walking (inside or inside), jogging, elypticals, etc - it's sooo boring and I can't stick with it. I like to hike but can only do that when it's warm (not right now). No swimming near me.
I have a gym membership which I never use. I know circuit training is great since it's high intensity (better than cardio I heard).
But not sure routine or exercises I should be doing. Don't want to wander around gym trying things out and looking like a dummy.
Use your gym membership. Maybe hire a personal trainer for a few sessions to get you going on a routine.0 -
I hate walking (inside or inside), jogging, elypticals, etc - it's sooo boring and I can't stick with it. I like to hike but can only do that when it's warm (not right now). No swimming near me.
I have a gym membership which I never use. I know circuit training is great since it's high intensity (better than cardio I heard).
But not sure routine or exercises I should be doing. Don't want to wander around gym trying things out and looking like a dummy.
Your not always going to like the workout you are doing, your not always going to want to do them. I used to hate running!!! Now I have been running for 3 years. Yes in general I love running now, however I have my days/weeks/ even a month or so that I cant stand running but guess what? I suck it up and just do it. Your not gonna have a workout that you always want to do but you suck it up and just do it! Just saying....0 -
portion control is a good start to weight loss.0
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Suggest good beginner weight loss workout (no cardio)?!
Needs to be something that I will want to keep doing - I get un-motivated quickly if things are too difficult.
well give up now.
since you already admit you don't want to do anything "to" hard.
... because guess what'- it's hard. There will be more days than not that it's easier to NOT do the thing. If it was easy- we would all look like the fitness models off the Shape and Men's Health Magazines- but that's just no the way it works.
Successful people are the ones who are not motivated by emotions but the ones that keep doing it day in and day out despite the fact they are no longer having fun. I'ts not about "FUN" i'ts about doing the task- the end goal is more important than doing the more "FUN" thing right here right now.
So either decide you are going to have to be uncomfortable- and be okay with it... or just don't bother since you aren't committed enough to be uncomfortable to change.
^^Lol! Yes, it's harsh, but it's true.
OP, you're in a place where even little changes can produce lasting results. Start with something you can do without/cut back on (food-wise) and something you can add in (exercise-wise, recreationally). When you've mastered that and quit seeing results from it, move on to the next addition/subtraction...and keep building on that.0 -
Was not looking for "well then give up now answers" and other negative feedback.
Was hoping for an example workout that I could follow tonight!
No time to take it slow.0 -
In all honestly, with that approach, things are always going to be difficult. Even after years and years of doing it. Being challenging is what makes it worthwhile. If you aren’t tested you are never going to get anywhere. It is what you make it, if you say it boring it's because you are making it that way. Grab a companion, listen to some music, incorporate weights.0
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Was not looking for "well then give up now answers" and other negative feedback.
Was hoping for an example workout that I could follow tonight!
No time to take it slow.
Weight loss happens slowly, if it's going to be sustainable.
Eat at a deficit.
If you want to exercise but don't like hamster-wheel cardio, lift weights. Just lift weights. Do it every other day if you're doing full-body lifting, do it every day with an upper/lower body split if you prefer. Lift, and lose.0 -
Hey, dont worry about cardio until you are ready, build your energy up and want to do it. I love yoga..they have some awesome DVDs on eBay..might want to look at power yoga. It will take some time to build your strength and breath up but I LOVE yoga..if I had the time I would yoga 3 hours a day
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If you don't start slow, you're asking for burnout or injury. If you want a gym workout, look up Starting Strength or Strong Lifts or New Rules of Lifting. If you want a machine circuit, look at bodybuilding.com, the have tons of different workouts. Bodyweight is a great place to start, too.0
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do you have a dog? take it for a walk,,dont have one,borrow one from a friend or neighbor or maybe the local shelter will let you walk theirs..at this point ANYTHING to get you moving will help,and USUALLY a persons attitude gets better with exercise so maybe you will learn that you actually DO LIKE CARDIO! I LOVE cardio! I actually have to force myself to do lifting,not that I dont like it,I just like cardio a lot more.0
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Basically you don't want to 'work'. Fair enough least your honest with yourself.
Just change what you perceive as work. You wont mind doing cardio if your not realising your doing it.
Get into a fun sport, maybe tennis with some friends, perhaps go for a walk with your family.
Also change your lifestyle, take the stairs instead of escalator, get off a stop early on the bus etc.
Not gonna turn you into a lean mean fighting machine but the more exercise your doing the better.
The exercise your doing without realising throughout the day is equally (arguable more) important to that of planned exercise times (the one your trying to avoid).0 -
If you get really bored doing strictly cardio by walking, elliptical etc. why not try watching a show while you are moving? It may keep your mind focused enough to get in a 30min program.
As someone suggested hiring a personal trainer to give you an introduction on the equipment would be a great idea.
Does your gym have any classes? If so, look into those.
There are ton of videos online and programs you can follow.0 -
I feel you. Cardio sucks.
You could do HIIT. It hurts, and it sucks, and you don't want to do it, but it's over in ten minutes and is extremely efficient at burning calories.
If your deficit isn't too high (losing at a rate of 1lb/week or less) you should really try strength training or weight lifting in one of its many forms. It doesn't burn tons of calories all at once like cardio does, but it burns more afterwards. And it's way more fun. You go up in weights and feel stronger, which in turn makes you more confident in your body, which is an attitude that does wonders for weight loss
Good luck finding an exercise that will work for you!0 -
umm i guess you can lift weights quickly?0
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Yeah, if you don't want cardio, then you're gonna have to go to the gym and lift weights. Or try the Shovelglove workout: http://www.shovelglove.com/0
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First, what you want is not easy, fun, or quick. It will suck some days and you will hate it.
Start slow with body weight workouts. Go do squats, sit ups, planks, push ups, and then gradually work in lifting to cover multiple muscle groups at one time.
80-90% of this is food. Burn more than you eat. Simple enough.0 -
I totally agree that walking or running on a treadmill is boring.
Why not try some body weight circuits? You can do something like this:
5 Rounds
1 Minute per station
Push-Ups
Jump-Rope (or jumping jacks)
Tricep Dips
Burpees
Squats
I guarantee in 15 minutes, you'll be dripping in sweat!0 -
well give up now.
since you already admit you don't want to do anything "to" hard.
... because guess what'- it's hard. There will be more days than not that it's easier to NOT do the thing. If it was easy- we would all look like the fitness models off the Shape and Men's Health Magazines- but that's just no the way it works.
Successful people are the ones who are not motivated by emotions but the ones that keep doing it day in and day out despite the fact they are no longer having fun. I'ts not about "FUN" i'ts about doing the task- the end goal is more important than doing the more "FUN" thing right here right now.
So either decide you are going to have to be uncomfortable- and be okay with it... or just don't bother since you aren't committed enough to be uncomfortable to change.
I agree...if you want to make significant changes then you need to step outside you're comfort zone.0 -
You're not going to look like a dummy trying things out at your gym...I can totally relate with that feeling...
I used to hate walking/running INDOORS on a treadmill -- just something about being in the same place and going nowhere. I love the outdoors. I'm not a runner by any means...it's probably the workout that I hate the most! Well, last year I began training for a triathlon & well...running/walking is the last leg of the race...discovered that if I was actually outdoors it wasn't so bad...I actually feel in love with running. Now, I rely on a treadmill when it is too cold/icy out to jog.
Cardio is important when you are first starting out with an exercise/weight loss regime.
you might want to think about asking one of the personal trainers to show you around and work thru some strength training exercises with them to discover what you love/hate.
GOOD LUCK!0 -
Was not looking for "well then give up now answers" and other negative feedback.
Was hoping for an example workout that I could follow tonight!
No time to take it slow.
you've been a member since 2011... you've had time to do it right since then. Why try to rush it now?0 -
I don't know what your living situation is, but if you don't want to go to the gym and live in an apartment or have a limited budget for a home gym OR if you travel a lot, get a set of resistance bands and start doing some of these http://greatist.com/fitness/resistance-band-exercises
No cardio (I'd definitely do some HIIT a couple of times a week though, it's great for fat loss, in part because it builds muscle), and if you use the proper band (some exercises are too easy to do with the light ones) you *will* feel the burn.
You should also do some bodyweight stuff, I'd reccommend things that work the bigger muscles in your body such as squats, as well as some core exercises like planks. You'll see results pretty quickly if you do this, especially if you hit the amount of protein you need0 -
Basically you don't want to 'work'. Fair enough least your honest with yourself.
Just change what you perceive as work. You wont mind doing cardio if your not realising your doing it.
Get into a fun sport, maybe tennis with some friends, perhaps go for a walk with your family.
Also change your lifestyle, take the stairs instead of escalator, get off a stop early on the bus etc.
Not gonna turn you into a lean mean fighting machine but the more exercise your doing the better.
The exercise your doing without realising throughout the day is equally (arguable more) important to that of planned exercise times (the one your trying to avoid).
This ^^
Just move more. Find the least objectionable type of movement and do it often. Once your fitness level improves, you will likely find more options that you find tolerable. Just take that first step (or jump, or lift, or squat or ...).0 -
Was not looking for "well then give up now answers" and other negative feedback.
Was hoping for an example workout that I could follow tonight!
No time to take it slow.
What your wanting is exercise that will keep you motivated, that you wont get bored doing, that is fast to see results, and that is fun and not a workout? Ummmm..... good luck finding it. Ice hockey is fun, expensive, and your burn alot of calories, however even with fun sports it is work and you will become unmotivated. Results are never fast in any weightloss program that is maintainable and long lasting. You might be asking for too much.0 -
Suggest good beginner weight loss workout (no cardio)?!
Needs to be something that I will want to keep doing - I get un-motivated quickly if things are too difficult.
well give up now.
since you already admit you don't want to do anything "to" hard.
... because guess what'- it's hard. There will be more days than not that it's easier to NOT do the thing. If it was easy- we would all look like the fitness models off the Shape and Men's Health Magazines- but that's just no the way it works.
Successful people are the ones who are not motivated by emotions but the ones that keep doing it day in and day out despite the fact they are no longer having fun. I'ts not about "FUN" i'ts about doing the task- the end goal is more important than doing the more "FUN" thing right here right now.
So either decide you are going to have to be uncomfortable- and be okay with it... or just don't bother since you aren't committed enough to be uncomfortable to change.
^^Lol! Yes, it's harsh, but it's true.
but then you reply with...Was not looking for "well then give up now answers" and other negative feedback.
Was hoping for an example workout that I could follow tonight!
No time to take it slow.
No time to take it slow but you don't want anything too hard? I'm confused.0 -
No cardio? That leaves weight training, which is awesome. Check your local library or Amazon for great programs (books) like New Rules of Lifting or Starting Strength. Websites also have good structured programs like Stronglifts 5x5. Check out bodybuilding.com.
The most important thing is to go into the weight room with a plan. I wish you the best of luck. You can do this!0
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