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The best explanation I got was from doing a program. Heavy lifting is what ever wait you can do for 'about' 6 reps (4-8), maybe 2-3 sets. So if I can do 15 pounds somewhat easy on my first set of 6 reps, but am struggling to finish my second set, then the weight is about right.
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I do it all. Wieghts, programs, rowing and of course Wii! I do the Wii Fit stuff for sure, but I am always shocked at my calorie burn (I have a tracker) from playing some Wii Tennis. When I'm in a bad mood or just don't feel I can't bring it to a hardcore workout, Wii Tennis is my active mood lifter that just chews through…
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Yes, that's it exactly. And since a lot of cardio is stuff you are doing on your feet, you are already incorporating body weight excercise for your lower body. My trainer told me that, and since I was way weaker in my upper body, he had me start with a plan similar to yours. Rowing is both strength and cardio, and a nice…
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When I was getting started I would walk in place on a mat while watching a tv episode. Start simple at first, then higher knees, then add in some side stepping, raising your arms to get your heart rate up. Eventually I jogged lightly in place. I lost my first 20 pounds this way.
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I do almost the same. I weigh everyday and track it in Excel so I can monitor the patterns. I only record it once I have seen the same weight (or less) consistently for 5 days.
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You can also try some of your exercises while laying flat on your back if you are worried that it affect your form. Now these are not back exercises, but do encourage supporting muscles. Lying down you can do overhead tricep extensions, chest flys, etc. Check out this article.…
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If you like to work out at home and can take a look at an eating regime and adjust it to what makes sense, then its not bad. I've done other Beachbody programs in the past and really enjoyed them. I take the food plans with a grain of salt and test out what works for me. I never do the crash diet sections. For workouts, I…
