I hate working out, and rather do something athletic instead as I get bored really easy. But, they have some great workouts at all different lengths, I enjoy the 20 minute ones.
but - Make the time and commit to going. It is very easy to make excuses. Life is hectic and there are many items that demand our time throughout the day. But make it a priority. Start off with a simple 30 minutes of walking on a treadmill. No pre-programmed workouts. Just a flat incline and a constant speed. Make every step count by focusing on a longer stride with good form. Don't just take the short shuffle of an everyday walk. Walk as fast that you can maintain consistently. Note the speed. Do that everyday. In 2 weeks, increase the speed. If you walk at 3.5 mph, then increase it to 3.7 mph. And so on.
You will eventually reach the fastest speed that you legs will carry you so you will then need to mix up the routine. You should be conditioned enough to handle the increase. Now, at the same speed as you fast walk, every 3 minutes increase the incline.
Now, you should be well-conditioned to handle some HITT training for max cardio. Most treadmills have pre-programmed workouts that will guide you through increased intensity for short bouts with a longer rest cycle.
The idea is that the first 2 weeks, you will want to quit. Make an excuse to do something else. But all you are doing is walking for 30 minutes. If you can't commit to yourself for 30 minutes of walking, then you are selling yourself short.
invest in working with a trainer for 2 or 3 times Â
that way they can tailor a program to your goals, modify for injuries, ensure your form is correct, mix up the routine to keep it interesting, and most importantly, keep you accountable
yes it is expensive to buy the bike, but. But it is awesome. I am saving money over a gym membership. And getting a solid ride every day with a young hottie instructor. My wife and daughter share the membership and so I am saving money in the long run and we are all using it.
Love this workout and its only 4 days a week 30-60min workouts. My wife wasn't sure about the weight lifting at first, but she loved it as well.
Also, 80 day obsession was good, but i found it a little to easy and would get bored. Though watching the girls on the video working out helped to pass the time. But this might be the right workout to ease you into a routine.
They will use your preferences for frequency of working out and equipment availability and develop an 8 week plan. There are hundreds of workouts in the library for different levels times and intensity
I hate working out, and rather do something athletic instead as I get bored really easy. But, they have some great workouts at all different lengths, I enjoy the 20 minute ones.
At a decent resistance. After a few weeks add a quick weight training exercise every day you’re there. One day do chest, one day legs and one day back. 3 days a week. Hour a day maybe a few minutes more. Done. You’re golden.
in the locker room too much, uncomfortably hit on the 20 year old girls in yoga pants, pretend to lift heavy weights. You know, what everyone does at that gym.
Have a Peloton bike and its awesome. Best purchase! Â
I run on the treadmill Monday-Saturday for 55 minutes. It takes me about 6.25 miles. Then I lift weights for about 20-25 minutes, alternating between chest/back and arms/shoulders days. I've been doing this for a little over a year, lost 30 LBS of fat and bulked up a bit.
The toughest part was making the time commitment. With 2 young kids and work, the only free time I have is to go as soon as the gym opens at 5 am. At first it was a real struggle, but as soon as I started seeing results, the struggle disappeared. Now, if I don't go I spend the day regretting it.
At a decent resistance. After a few weeks add a quick weight training exercise every day you’re there. One day do chest, one day legs and one day back. 3 days a week. Hour a day maybe a few minutes more. Done. You’re golden.
Totally agree about adding some weight training. It'll help to burn even more calories for longer than just doing cardio.
I would just say maybe in the beginning do total body workouts opposed to body part days. This way you'll be working all the muscle groups three times a week rather than just each muscle group once a week.
Once you're down the road a bit switching to body parts every other day will eventually get you to working muscle groups twice in twice in seven days. For now though I think lifting three days a week is a good start and doing total body will reap more benefits in the beginning. JMHO.
TRX for home workout. I worked in a HIIT regimen into it that changes constantly to avoid boredom. 30 minutes, done. Going on a treadmill or elliptical for 45 min to an hour is a waste of time and effort
You can search by 1-3 intensity levels of the workouts you want. There are app based and other user based set workout routines you can browse through. Keeps a lot of stats and tells you everything you need to know including how to do each exercise. Its free too.
I've lost 60 lbs in 130 days. Sounds unhealthy but actually complete opposite. I keep a steady diet where I have a cheat meal whenever I want. I just work harder at the gym the next day. Keep carbs and calories low, but make sure you net somewhere around 1800 calories a day. I do 1.5-2 hours at the gym everyday in the morning. Usually 1:00 of lifting and 30-45 mins of cardio which includes a 5k. Find ways to keep it interesting. I do challenges such as no looking in the mirror without a shirt for two weeks. Or doing a complete Keto diet for 2 weeks. Find your comfort zone. Find a way to keep your mind active at the gym or you'll get bored. I blast music in headphones to keep it interesting.
Here is a link;
https://www.fitnessblender.com/
You will eventually reach the fastest speed that you legs will carry you so you will then need to mix up the routine. You should be conditioned enough to handle the increase. Now, at the same speed as you fast walk, every 3 minutes increase the incline.
Now, you should be well-conditioned to handle some HITT training for max cardio. Most treadmills have pre-programmed workouts that will guide you through increased intensity for short bouts with a longer rest cycle.
The idea is that the first 2 weeks, you will want to quit. Make an excuse to do something else. But all you are doing is walking for 30 minutes. If you can't commit to yourself for 30 minutes of walking, then you are selling yourself short.
Mike, Nike has an app with a bunch of workouts on it. So does Lifetime Fitness.
Menshealth used to have a program called Home Grown Muscle which used periodization and compound movements and was very effective.
There are tons of workouts out there. Biggest thing is find something and stick to it.
Monday- chest and stairmaster, 5 workouts, 4 sets 20-15-10-5 reps, 5 pushups in betwee each set.
Tuesday: bis and stairmaster, 4 sets 20,15,10,5
wednesday: tris 20,15,10,5
thursday: back and stairmaster 20,15,10,5
friday: shoulders and insanity
saturday: insanity
sunday rest
Also, 80 day obsession was good, but i found it a little to easy and would get bored. Though watching the girls on the video working out helped to pass the time. But this might be the right workout to ease you into a routine.
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after having eased back into working out. I've heard some of the free apps are good--anybody have suggestions?
Mike, Nike has an app with a bunch of workouts on it. So does Lifetime Fitness.
Menshealth used to have a program called Home Grown Muscle which used periodization and compound movements and was very effective.
There are tons of workouts out there. Biggest thing is find something and stick to it.
Thanks sir!
Here is a link;
https://www.fitnessblender.com/
+1 fitnessblender is great
im telling you , the Bike is worth every penny.
If you're looking for something easy, might be right up your alley.
The toughest part was making the time commitment. With 2 young kids and work, the only free time I have is to go as soon as the gym opens at 5 am. At first it was a real struggle, but as soon as I started seeing results, the struggle disappeared. Now, if I don't go I spend the day regretting it.
Totally agree about adding some weight training. It'll help to burn even more calories for longer than just doing cardio.
I would just say maybe in the beginning do total body workouts opposed to body part days. This way you'll be working all the muscle groups three times a week rather than just each muscle group once a week.
Once you're down the road a bit switching to body parts every other day will eventually get you to working muscle groups twice in twice in seven days. For now though I think lifting three days a week is a good start and doing total body will reap more benefits in the beginning. JMHO.
I've lost 60 lbs in 130 days. Sounds unhealthy but actually complete opposite. I keep a steady diet where I have a cheat meal whenever I want. I just work harder at the gym the next day. Keep carbs and calories low, but make sure you net somewhere around 1800 calories a day. I do 1.5-2 hours at the gym everyday in the morning. Usually 1:00 of lifting and 30-45 mins of cardio which includes a 5k. Find ways to keep it interesting. I do challenges such as no looking in the mirror without a shirt for two weeks. Or doing a complete Keto diet for 2 weeks. Find your comfort zone. Find a way to keep your mind active at the gym or you'll get bored. I blast music in headphones to keep it interesting.