Workout Routine/Suggestions

[Emjaysmash]

Hello all,

Let me preface this by saying I've never been in shape. Ever. Now that I am living on my own and am controlling the food that comes in and out of my apartment, I've increased the number of fruits and vegetables I eat and cut out a good amount of the junk food I used to eat. I'm working on eating smaller meals and more slowly.

I want to find a routine that is cheap and for the person beginning to exercise. I found Part 1 of the first level of Jillian Michael's 30 day shredding on YouTube. There is no way I will even get though the half hour of exercise routine in the video, at least at this moment in time. I'm going through as much of it as I can, trying to reach a goal of being able to do the full half hour everyday.

For those of you who know this routine: is this a good one for a beginner? Is there another one you would recommend? Any other suggestions?

Thanks for your help.

[Chainsaw13]

MJ, I've used the original Power 90 program with good results. It's two discs, two workouts per disc. It'll get you sweating and dropping weight fast. Iwhen I first started I couldn't do every rep, but it got easier after a couple of weeks. You can get it pretty cheap off Amazon.

One of the best and easiest things you can do is start walking. 30 mins 5-6 times a week will do wonders. Throw in some pushups and crunches and you've got a cheap and easy workout to get you started.

[Coach Deg]

And the walking gets you out of the house where it is easy to get bored and eating!

[Chainsaw13]

Originally Posted by Coach Deg

And the walking gets you out of the house where it is easy to get bored and eating!

Plus you can smoke a cigar too.

[Bondo 287]

Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

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One of the best and easiest things you can do is start walking. 30 mins 5-6 times a week will do wonders. Throw in some pushups and crunches and you've got a cheap and easy workout to get you started.

Definately. Walking, situps, push ups, and watching my intake is providing results for me.

Like Bobby says Carbs and sugar are out !

[Chainsaw13]

Originally Posted by Bondo 287

Definately. Walking, situps, push ups, and watching my intake is providing results for me.

Like Bobby says Carbs and sugar are out !

Thats the bulk of what I'm still doing. Been maintaining ~187 for nearly a year, after losing about 100lbs.

[Blueface]

First week of November, Cardiologist told me to lose 10 lbs.
Gave me three months.
Told him would do it in three weeks and give him five extra, and would keep it off in spite of a 12 day vacation between Puerto Rico and cruise and did it.
Both he and my GP asked me how it is I was able to do that.
Told him I was going to write a book about it and call it "the world's shortest diet book and easiest diet to follow".
Both were intrigued as I told them my book would only have one page, three lines.
It will read as follows:
To lose weight,
Eat less and healthier,
Exercise.

That is it. No DVD's to buy. Nothing.
I changed my diet to a "new lifestyle" for permanency and to avoid any future up and down weight change. I fill myself with veggies first. I eat lots of fruit and yogurts.
I bought a quality heart rate monitor and work in either fat zone to lose weight or fitness to maintain.
I started cycling being able to only do less than one mile a day, and now am up to 10-15 miles.
On some alternate days, I fast walk or I use my Gazelle which is like a ski type exercise.

I know everyone has a different metabolism but the one page for my book works for all. Take in less and burn more and guess what, you lose weight.

[Emjaysmash]

Originally Posted by Blueface

First week of November, Cardiologist told me to lose 10 lbs.
Gave me three months.
Told him would do it in three weeks and give him five extra, and would keep it off in spite of a 12 day vacation between Puerto Rico and cruise and did it.
Both he and my GP asked me how it is I was able to do that.
Told him I was going to write a book about it and call it "the world's shortest diet book and easiest diet to follow".
Both were intrigued as I told them my book would only have one page, three lines.
It will read as follows:
To lose weight,
Eat less and healthier,
Exercise.

That is it. No DVD's to buy. Nothing.
I changed my diet to a "new lifestyle" for permanency and to avoid any future up and down weight change. I fill myself with veggies first. I eat lots of fruit and yogurts.
I bought a quality heart rate monitor and work in either fat zone to lose weight or fitness to maintain.
I started cycling being able to only do less than one mile a day, and now am up to 10-15 miles.
On some alternate days, I fast walk or I use my Gazelle which is like a ski type exercise.

I know everyone has a different metabolism but the one page for my book works for all. Take in less and burn more and guess what, you lose weight.

This is exactly what I've done. Thanks to the loving guidance of my girlfriend, I cut out all the crap I was eating (some stuff I didn't even know was crap!) and exercise everyday. I've lost almost 30 pounds in a little over a month.

[kaisersozei]

Either of these two books can get you started:

http://www.amazon.com/Body-Life-Ment.../dp/0060193395

http://www.amazon.com/Bring-It-Revol.../dp/1605293083

I prefer Tony Horton's, because many of his strength routines can be performed by moving your body weight, so are low on the expense side.

[Shawn hines]

My suggestion would be to go to Bodybuilding.com they have plenty of workouts that you can look at and go off of.

The workouts will also have food/ dieting plans to go off of.

[hotreds]

The three best weight exercises you can do are squats, bench presses, and bicep curls. Those along with a 30 minute aerobic session and some stretches are all you need to get into decent shape- and, eating right!

[RobR1205]

I always find going with someone who shares the same goals helps me a TON. I'm really pleased with the progress I've made in the past year , and I know it's definitely because I always go with a friend who I know will push me. I find myself going way beyond limits I would normally reach if I was working out alone.

[Shawn hines]

Originally Posted by hotreds

The three best weight exercises you can do are squats, bench presses, and bicep curls. Those along with a 30 minute aerobic session and some stretches are all you need to get into decent shape- and, eating right!

Originally Posted by RobR1205

I always find going with someone who shares the same goals helps me a TON. I'm really pleased with the progress I've made in the past year , and I know it's definitely because I always go with a friend who I know will push me. I find myself going way beyond limits I would normally reach if I was working out alone.

I agree with both of these to a point.

Yes those 3 basic workouts with a really good hard cardio plan would do the job, but you will have to start doing other exercises to get those "hard to reach" muscles. Now me saying this, is going to be a while down the road for you if you are just starting.

2nd, Yes having a great workout partner is awesome. It is nice to have someone there to push you when need it.
But the down fall is that if they fail you fail.
You have to be willing to go to the gym without your partner.

If you are looking for someone to workout with, I suggest you find someone that hits the gym every day right now. That way they motivate you to go with them. If you go with them don't get discouraged when they try to show you different things to do. Remember your in their element, they may know something better.

One of the best things you can do is going to be to eat right, I am not big at all. I workout 5-7 times a week, I am fit and in shape. I eat everything, but I eat it right. Plus I am over seas right now so I can eat right... I am going through about 18 hard boiled eggs (Egg Whites only) in about 4 days right now. Those are my snacks, well gummy bears too (They are Fat free).

You can do it, If I remember right you are in college. You should have college gym there that you could use pretty cheap. Plus I am sure there is some people there taking classes to be fitness nuts with a degree, so they should be able to help you.

Ok I am done rambling sorry, long day

[elderboy02]

MJ, I do the Take Shape For Life Program. I have lost 38 pounds in a month and a half. I am also a health coach for TSFL. Here is a link to a description of it: http://ohiodan.tsfl.com/

Please let me know if I can give you more information.

[Fordman4ever]

Shawn makes some great points. If you're going to start lifting, start with the basics, but be open to try new things in the gym. Squats, bench press, dead lift, pullups/chinups, lunges, and cardio. That's how I started lifting and getting back into shape. I have since added many more exercises to my workouts and I'm stronger and fitter now than I have been ever been(minus the cardio part, I'm pretty lazy when it comes to running)

Just stick with whatever you choose and you will see good results in no time.

[Emjaysmash]

Thanks all! I'll review the suggestions tonight!!

[elderboy02]

Originally Posted by Emjaysmash

Thanks all! I'll review the suggestions tonight!!

MJ, with the program that I suggested and that I am on (Take Shape For Life), you will lose 2-5 pounds a week and 20 pounds in the 1st month. The meal replacements are phenomenal and I am a picky eater. You eat 5 meal replacements and 1 Lean and Green meal. The lean and green is lean protein (steak, pork chops, chicken, fish, etc) and a vegetable. I love this meal each day.

The meal replacements have a lot of fiber and whey protein in them. It also has all the vitamins and nutrients in it so that you don't have to take any supplements. After the 4th day on the program, you get a ton of energy because you are in fat burning mode. Included in the program is a free health coach (me) and I am there to support you and answer any questions that you have. I am down 41 pounds now and one of my clients just started last Friday and has more energy than ever before.

[jldude12345]

Right before the holidays I started on P90X workout program. As soon as the holidays hit I took a break but have been back on the program since last monday. I have to say, I really thought it was going to be harder than it is. It is really something I think most people can stick to. I have friends who got great results from this program. Hopefully I stick with it the full 3 months. I will keep you guys posted.

[Dave128]

I'm searching for the same info. My weight loss has taken a tumble lately. All good suggestions here.

[Shawn hines]

Originally Posted by Dave128

I'm searching for the same info. My weight loss has taken a tumble lately. All good suggestions here.

I always go back to www.bodybuilding.com for workout plans or ideas for diet.

Plus there are always Hot women to look at and my wife doesn't think I am looking at any dirty sites....