Welcome to your fat-loss journey! Ready to tone up and focus on losing fat? We’ve got the perfect comprehensive gym workout guide for you as a beginner! Before jumping into the workout, it’s essential to understand the basics, what you may need, and most importantly, the safety guidelines. Let’s get right into it!
Equipment & Prep
It is vital to have the right gear before getting started. Here are the basics you’ll need:
- Comfortable workout clothes.
- The appropriate shoes for each exercise.
- Protein powder and/or recovery drink.
- Bottle of water.
- A good attitude.
Warming up is also extremely important. Before you jump into any difficult exercises, make sure that you are well warmed up and your body is ready to start working out. Here is a quick guide on how you should start your workout:
- Stretch lightly for a few minutes to ensure that your muscles are warm and ready to start the workout.
- Breath in deeply and focus on your breathing, this will help you concentrate on being in the moment.
- Begin the workout with stretching or a cardio activity.
Beginner Workout Routines
We’ve created two beginner-friendly workout routines for you to try. Keep in mind that each exercise should be completed in 3 sets of 10 to 12 repetitions each. This means you should do each exercise for 3 sets of 10 to 12 times, and then move on to the next exercise. Here is the sample workout for each routine:
Workout 1:
- Squats
- Lunges
- Crunches
- Push Ups
- Bicep Curls
- Shoulder Presses
Workout 2:
- Row Machine
- Tricep Extensions
- Plank
- Burpees
- Hip Bridges
- Mountain Climbers
FAQs
Here are the frequently asked questions about doing this beginner gym workout:
- Q: How much weight should I start with for each exercise?
A: As a beginner, you should start with light weights to get used to the feeling and form of each exercise. Once you feel more comfortable and familiar with the exercise, you can increase the weight gradually. - Q: How often should I do this gym workout?
A: You should aim for 3 to 4 times a week, with a day of rest in between. After a few weeks, when your body is used to it, you may increase the frequency to 5-6 times a week. - Q: How long should each workout session be?
A: Depending on your fitness level, you should start with 30 minutes a session and gradually increase to 40-45 minutes a session.
Safety & Prevention
Finally, safety and prevention should always come first when doing any routines. Here are a few tips that you should keep in mind:
- If the exercise feels too difficult, stop the movement completely and consult a certified fitness professional to modify the exercise.
- Listen to your body. Don’t push through any pain or discomfort.
- Drink enough water throughout the workout and make sure to rest adequately.
- Warm up and cool down every time you do a workout.
- Take rest days as often as needed.
And there you have it! You’re ready to get started with your beginner’s fat loss journey. Now go ahead and have fun. Keep up the hard work and start seeing those results!