Exercise Program Using Weight Training
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If you really want to look fit and tone, start an exercise routine using weight training. Combine 20 minutes of weight training using a weight machine or light dumb bells with 30 minutes of aerobic exercise (treadmill or walking) to improve the overall shape of your body. Most health clubs and gyms have trainers that will assist you on a basic weight training techniques. The cost to use their service is included in your monthly or yearly dues. After joining a health club or gym, tell the staff trainer the areas of your body that you want to improve. The trainer will design an program for you that uses various weight machines and light dumb bells and show you how to do each exercise. The health club
trainer acts just like a personal trainer in that they will get you
started on a weight training program, show you how to do the exercise, and
help when you need advice or feel uncomfortable. The only difference
between a personal trainer and a club trainer is the club trainer does not
have time to watch your every move. Once they feel you are comfortable
with a particular routine, they leave you alone. The good news
is, you don’t need them standing by you when you’re exercising. Once
you’re comfortable with the exercises, you can do just fine on your own.
They are always close by for help. The primary job of a staff trainer is
to assist and supervise the members, yet most members are hesitant to use
them. The smaller the
health club or gym, the more accessible the staff trainer is to your
personal needs. However, most of the larger health clubs have excellent
aerobic centers such as high tech stationary bikes, treadmills and
Stairmasters. Always start slow
with a few exercises and get use to handling the weights and machines.
Schedule your weight training every other day so that the muscles have a
day to rebuild and get stronger. Never lift the same muscle group on
consecutive days. Weight training
actually tears down muscle and the body rebuilds it the following day. If
the muscle is regularly worked, it will become strong and tone. Always
strive to increase the weight a few pounds every three to four weeks. This
will force the muscles to work harder and grow. You don’t need to spend
hours at the gym. Twenty minutes of weight training followed by 30 minutes
of aerobic exercise, three days a week (every other day) is an excellent
routine. If possible, add walking once or twice a week to your program. No matter how much exercise you do, weight loss will not happen without a good diet and sensible eating patterns. Weight training builds muscle and nothing more. You can reshape your entire body when combining weight training a good diet plan. Start slow and
make the training fun. Remember to consult a physician before starting any
new diet or exercise routine, especially if you suffer from other health
problems. If you need help creating a good diet plan, let us help. We specialize in preparing personal diet plans that will help you lose 1 to 2 pounds each week. Click diet plan to get started.
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