Okay, time for me to get serious
08-29-2005, 12:47 PM
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Okay, time for me to get serious
I finally have the right timing to seriously get into the gym. I haven't worked out in a gym since High School and am clueless where to even begin. I've tried looking up programs online, but can't find any that really describe in detail the exercises and lifts to be doing. Anyone have any good resources for me too look into?
08-29-2005, 12:57 PM
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Read the stickies 
The workout one isn't as nice as i'd like it, i'll be re-writing it when i have time, but it works for now.
Look at the examples people have given in the "post your workout" sticky for some exercises. If you don't know what an exercise is, here is a good guide that should have the one you're looking for - http://www.abcbodybuilding.com/slide...id=16&subId=37
Make sure you hit all your major areas - chest, back, arms/forearms, legs, shoulders. I think it's important to include the "big three" lifts - bench press, deadlift, and squat. You don't have to do those when you're just starting off, but be sure to add them to your workout after a month or two.
And don't forget your diet! Time in the gym is wasted without a proper diet.
The workout one isn't as nice as i'd like it, i'll be re-writing it when i have time, but it works for now.Look at the examples people have given in the "post your workout" sticky for some exercises. If you don't know what an exercise is, here is a good guide that should have the one you're looking for - http://www.abcbodybuilding.com/slide...id=16&subId=37
Make sure you hit all your major areas - chest, back, arms/forearms, legs, shoulders. I think it's important to include the "big three" lifts - bench press, deadlift, and squat. You don't have to do those when you're just starting off, but be sure to add them to your workout after a month or two.
And don't forget your diet! Time in the gym is wasted without a proper diet.
08-29-2005, 03:18 PM
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^ yes, probably. they can at least show you the basics, then you take it from there.
get this too http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846
get this too http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846
08-29-2005, 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
^ yes, probably. they can at least show you the basics, then you take it from there.
get this too http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846
get this too http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846
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If you are starting from a totally untrained state it's important that you follow a different type of exercise than if you were 1-2 years into weight lifting. Without getting into details, follow the "take it easy at the beginning" approach, to put it in lamens terms. Especially during the first 3-6 months. No overload sets and no all-out intensity levels.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
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08-29-2005, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
If you are starting from a totally untrained state it's important that you follow a different type of exercise than if you were 1-2 years into weight lifting. Without getting into details, follow the "take it easy at the beginning" approach, to put it in lamens terms. Especially during the first 3-6 months. No overload sets and no all-out intensity levels.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
yea, I definately will getting back into it slowly. Esp. w/ my slipped disc in my back and my shoulder problems
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08-29-2005, 06:05 PM
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08-29-2005, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
If you are starting from a totally untrained state it's important that you follow a different type of exercise than if you were 1-2 years into weight lifting. Without getting into details, follow the "take it easy at the beginning" approach, to put it in lamens terms. Especially during the first 3-6 months. No overload sets and no all-out intensity levels.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
Actually on the contrary to what was stated above, I would totally do deadlifts and squats right from day-one, as long as overload and intensity are kept to around 70%-75%. Best bang-for-the-buck exercises.
Finally, avoid any dynamic and plyometric execrises and makes sure you warm-up enough before lifting.
1 month, 2 at the most, should be plenty of time for his body to acclimate to lifting. I see no problem with going balls to the wall that quickly. Or didn't:
Originally Posted by CLpower
yea, I definately will getting back into it slowly. Esp. w/ my slipped disc in my back and my shoulder problems
08-30-2005, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by ABreece
Talk to a good doctor before you do anything. A lot of exercises - especially squats and deadlifts - could really mess you up if you have those problems.
08-31-2005, 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by ABreece
Talk to a good doctor before you do anything. A lot of exercises - especially squats and deadlifts - could really mess you up if you have those problems.
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