I have been trying to find the perfect workout for weight loss for months however I have become extremely bored of current workout! I have also slowed down on weight loss and I was wondering how I could change training sessions to speed up fat burning again.
An average day at the gym for me will consist of 30 minute treadmill and 10 minute Cross Trainer or about 50 mins full body (light weights/high reps) training. Could you give me ideas on the best fat burning free weight exercises?
Due to low carb diet that I am on I find it hard to do both Cardio and weights on the same day at the moment as I have a lack of energy however I would like to build up training so I can start to introduce more carbs back into diet.
Also I have never tried spinning, is it worth a go?
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thank you
Bored of workout
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Boredom is bad; change in programs can remedy that.
Sometimes making smaller changes makes sense (just one or two exercises).
Sometimes selecting a single body part to emphasize can give you some additional motivation.
If you try to work a body part for emphasis, do not neglect the rest of your body to do so.
Sometimes making smaller changes makes sense (just one or two exercises).
Sometimes selecting a single body part to emphasize can give you some additional motivation.
If you try to work a body part for emphasis, do not neglect the rest of your body to do so.
I have been really bad lately with what I have been eating and the time!.. I have been prone to wondering around on an empty stomach and having one meal a day (protein and veg only) i know I should be eating more often!
Over the last two days training has been:
30 mins treadmill with brisk walking with intervals of sprinting
30 mins elliptical machine (cross trainer)
on a separate day I did 50 mins light weights: working whole body from calves to arms. As I am still really new with weights I do not know the names of certain moves.
Can you suggest any exercises invloving light weights that could help burn fat and is not to complicated?
Also I am not sure if cardio is enough or the right type.. to be honest I am not really familiar with any cardio exrcises apart from the two I mentioned!
Another thing worrying me is when I start eating carbs again... I want to start but I am worried I ill pile on all the weight back again! Any suggestions on how I could avoid that situation?
im so sorry im such a health and fitness newbie! I really appreciate getting advise
Over the last two days training has been:
30 mins treadmill with brisk walking with intervals of sprinting
30 mins elliptical machine (cross trainer)
on a separate day I did 50 mins light weights: working whole body from calves to arms. As I am still really new with weights I do not know the names of certain moves.
Can you suggest any exercises invloving light weights that could help burn fat and is not to complicated?
Also I am not sure if cardio is enough or the right type.. to be honest I am not really familiar with any cardio exrcises apart from the two I mentioned!
Another thing worrying me is when I start eating carbs again... I want to start but I am worried I ill pile on all the weight back again! Any suggestions on how I could avoid that situation?
im so sorry im such a health and fitness newbie! I really appreciate getting advise
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partha1061
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Answer: I am glad that you have decided to make positive changes in your lifestyle. you will have to avoid any high sodium containing food and fried foods.You must do bodyweight exercises such push ups, squats, lunges, squat thrusts, pull ups, Burpees etc for whole body conditioning. You will find video demos of these exercises at You Tube. At first they will be tough, so go slow and gradually increase the number of sets and reps until you reach a time limit of 45 minutes. Then you can cool down and rest. I personally would advise you to avoid working on the machines since machine type of exercises restrict your body to one plane of movement and also they produce the least growth hormone release in the body as compared to freehand exercises.
As for your diet you must avoid all processed foods, fast foods etc. Consult a dietitian to chalk out your ideal daily diet and stick to it. I hope this helps, and best of luck on your quest to find the body of your dreams.
If you want to know more than visit:
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As for your diet you must avoid all processed foods, fast foods etc. Consult a dietitian to chalk out your ideal daily diet and stick to it. I hope this helps, and best of luck on your quest to find the body of your dreams.
If you want to know more than visit:
www.spartanpowerfitnessformen.com
e mail me: [email protected]
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Joesportstalk
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Meli, you can get plenty of tips here without the sales pitch from some one trying to sale you a package of "if you want to know more come to site and pay me blah blah blah" .
Do not discount the Machines as you are a beginning weight trainer, they will help you get your muscles prepared for going to higher levels of intensity down the road. Form is a VERY important aspect of training and machines will help you learn the right forms to avoid injury or non efficient movements later on in your training
Body weight exercises are good as was said, however do some weight training on machines too for the first 8 weeks or so. Be sure to do upper body on one day and lower body the next.( not all on the same day as you are doing now)
also be sure to change up the intensity levels of your cardio quite often.
Do not discount the Machines as you are a beginning weight trainer, they will help you get your muscles prepared for going to higher levels of intensity down the road. Form is a VERY important aspect of training and machines will help you learn the right forms to avoid injury or non efficient movements later on in your training
Body weight exercises are good as was said, however do some weight training on machines too for the first 8 weeks or so. Be sure to do upper body on one day and lower body the next.( not all on the same day as you are doing now)
also be sure to change up the intensity levels of your cardio quite often.
I agree with much of what Joe wrote but not all of it.
When you are lifting very light weights they don't have enough weight to settle your joints into position and it can be hard to control the movement due to that. The bar just seems to float around a bit. The machines bypass that problem.
With some exercises, however, the machine's movement does not replicate the free weight movement. The bench press is a prime example. If you examine the motion that the machine uses you will find that it is a gentle arc.
Your natural movement with free weights is a gentle "S" curve. When you get to heavier weights the arc curve becomes awkward.
Working with machines is good in the beginning, but after 6 months you should be (at least) benching with free weights.
When you are lifting very light weights they don't have enough weight to settle your joints into position and it can be hard to control the movement due to that. The bar just seems to float around a bit. The machines bypass that problem.
With some exercises, however, the machine's movement does not replicate the free weight movement. The bench press is a prime example. If you examine the motion that the machine uses you will find that it is a gentle arc.
Your natural movement with free weights is a gentle "S" curve. When you get to heavier weights the arc curve becomes awkward.
Working with machines is good in the beginning, but after 6 months you should be (at least) benching with free weights.
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Packard wrote:I agree with much of what Joe wrote but not all of it.
When you are lifting very light weights they don't have enough weight to settle your joints into position and it can be hard to control the movement due to that. The bar just seems to float around a bit. The machines bypass that problem.
With some exercises, however, the machine's movement does not replicate the free weight movement. The bench press is a prime example. If you examine the motion that the machine uses you will find that it is a gentle arc.
Your natural movement with free weights is a gentle "S" curve. When you get to heavier weights the arc curve becomes awkward.
Working with machines is good in the beginning, but after 6 months you should be (at least) benching with free weights.
Agreed, progression to free weights is the best goal for a person just getting started.
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Re: Bored of workout
I am glad that you have decided to make positive changes in your lifestyle.You must do bodyweight exercises such push ups, squats, lunges, squat thrusts, pull ups, Burpees etc for whole body conditioning. You will find video demos of these exercises at You Tube. At first they will be tough, so go slow and gradually increase the number of sets and reps until you reach a time limit of 45 minutes. Then you can cool down and rest. I personally would advise you to avoid working on the machines since machine type of exercises restrict your body to one plane of movement and also they produce the least growth hormone release in the body as compared to freehand exercises.Meli87 wrote:I have been trying to find the perfect workout for weight loss for months however I have become extremely bored of current workout! I have also slowed down on weight loss and I was wondering how I could change training sessions to speed up fat burning again.
An average day at the gym for me will consist of 30 minute treadmill and 10 minute Cross Trainer or about 50 mins full body (light weights/high reps) training. Could you give me ideas on the best fat burning free weight exercises?
Due to low carb diet that I am on I find it hard to do both Cardio and weights on the same day at the moment as I have a lack of energy however I would like to build up training so I can start to introduce more carbs back into diet.
Also I have never tried spinning, is it worth a go?
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thank you
As for your diet you must avoid all processed foods, fast foods etc. Consult a dietitian to chalk out your ideal daily diet and stick to it. I hope this helps, and best of luck on your quest to find the body of your dreams.
If you want to know more than visit:
www.spartanpowerfitnessformen.com
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Change is a GOOD thing!
Hi Melissa!
"Change" is the key to overcoming plateaus in your fitness routine and keeping your body moving in the right direction! I find that most people learn a few exercises they feel comfortable with and perform them every workout at the same intensity. This leads to complacency, both in terms of mental boredom and actual results. Your body become so effecient at performing these exercises that you actually lose benefit over time!
I suggest a couple of things to get you moving in the right direction. First, and most importantly, ask one of the staff members at your gym to check your existing form. If you are not performing the exericses properly, you will not see the results you seek, and you may even get injured! Second, ask him/her to show you a few new exercises that you can incorporate into your routine, ranging from cardio to resistance training machines. You want to keep your mind and body challenged through various modes of exercise. Third, change the intensity of each workout! For example, use heavier weights with lower repetitions (8-12) one workout and then lighter weight with higher repetitions (12-20) the next workout. This is a simple, yet effective suggestion.
With change, comes change! If you make these changes to your workout routine I will assure you that you will see a positive change in your body composition.
Good luck, have fun, and work hard!
Yours in health,
Drew Edmonds
Personal Trainer
Train Me 24/7
www.trainme247.com
Savannah, GA
P.S. Adkins isn't a long term solution! Find a healthy diet that can make a part of your lifestyle. See a Registered Dietician to set up a meal plan that is customized for your needs and goals. The UK has loads of these, so you should be able to find one in your local area...
"Change" is the key to overcoming plateaus in your fitness routine and keeping your body moving in the right direction! I find that most people learn a few exercises they feel comfortable with and perform them every workout at the same intensity. This leads to complacency, both in terms of mental boredom and actual results. Your body become so effecient at performing these exercises that you actually lose benefit over time!
I suggest a couple of things to get you moving in the right direction. First, and most importantly, ask one of the staff members at your gym to check your existing form. If you are not performing the exericses properly, you will not see the results you seek, and you may even get injured! Second, ask him/her to show you a few new exercises that you can incorporate into your routine, ranging from cardio to resistance training machines. You want to keep your mind and body challenged through various modes of exercise. Third, change the intensity of each workout! For example, use heavier weights with lower repetitions (8-12) one workout and then lighter weight with higher repetitions (12-20) the next workout. This is a simple, yet effective suggestion.
With change, comes change! If you make these changes to your workout routine I will assure you that you will see a positive change in your body composition.
Good luck, have fun, and work hard!
Yours in health,
Drew Edmonds
Personal Trainer
Train Me 24/7
www.trainme247.com
Savannah, GA
P.S. Adkins isn't a long term solution! Find a healthy diet that can make a part of your lifestyle. See a Registered Dietician to set up a meal plan that is customized for your needs and goals. The UK has loads of these, so you should be able to find one in your local area...
Hi! It seems you got a lot of time on your cardio. It might affect your warm ups if you are going on lifting weights.Meli87 wrote: 30 mins treadmill with brisk walking with intervals of sprinting
30 mins elliptical machine (cross trainer)
on a separate day I did 50 mins light weights: working whole body from calves to arms. As I am still really new with weights I do not know the names of certain moves.
Can you suggest any exercises invloving light weights that could help burn fat and is not to complicated?
Also I am not sure if cardio is enough or the right type.. to be honest I am not really familiar with any cardio exrcises apart from the two I mentioned!
Another thing worrying me is when I start eating carbs again... I want to start but I am worried I ill pile on all the weight back again! Any suggestions on how I could avoid that situation?
On lifting weights, make a program for each particular body parts per session. Avoid doing too much on each body parts. For example, don't combine your bicep to your tricep, your tighs to your hamstring. And also limit your rest 1-2min. between reps. Because you must avoid cooling off before you proceed to your next rep. If you can manage the free weight for one hour so much the better, because your muscle needs to recover.
And one more thing. record the weights you lift and number of reps you did. You might increase the weight for your resistance or increase the number of each reps. Aside from that goodluck and congratulation for being concern on your own health.