Gym workouts corrected: tips for optimal exercise

Getting a good workout at the gym is almost an art. It's important to exercise, but also to exercise correctly. You want your workouts to be effective!

Dr. Jordan Metzl, sports medicine physician, shares observations on common workout mistakes (like forgetting goal-setting) in this little video clip:



More details to correct those common mistakes and stay on track:
* Start small. Take baby-steps first, when goal-setting.
* Variety is the spice of life! Your muscles get bored, too, in addition to your mind. Vary your workout every 4-6 weeks. Change the intensity, frequency, type of exercise or time spent.
* Get a workout buddy. Don't try to do it alone. Workout buddies can help you maintain good technique. Hire a trainer and get started on the right path. You can save money by hiring a personal trainer with your workout buddy, so you split the cost and can keep each other on track.
* Balance your exercise. Include flexibility, cardio and strength-training. It's easy to get stuck in your "comfort zone" and ignore some of the critical elements of physical fitness.

New Home Gym? Treadmills are still the best choice for cardio: here are 4 more reasons to include one in your new home gym

Thinking of building yourself a home gym, with all of your favorite workout "toys"? Then you should include a treadmill for your cardio equipment. There are several reasons why the ol' tried-and-true treadmill is a body's best friend. Read this article to learn 4 of those reasons:

http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Gym-Information---4-Reasons-Why-Your-New-Home-Gym-Should-Feature-a-Treadmill-For-Cardio&id=1889094

What else will you have in your home gym? Remember to include a variety of machines to keep your workouts fresh, and to keep your mind & muscles challenged. Also, you need equipment for 1- Cardio, 2- Strength-training, and 3- Stretching. Obviously, cardio and strength will be bigger decisions. You don't need much for stretching and flexibility, nor are there as many choices as cardio or weights.

How do you decide what you need for your new home gym? Watch videos, read articles, and get your questions answered at http://www.HomeGymInformation.com

Lift Weight to Lose Weight- video blog

If your goal is weight loss, then you need to know which exercises will help you lose weight and tone up.
But why are you doing these exercises?
It's important to understand why you want to do them. Do you know how lean muscle works in your body? Watch this video and Discover how muscle burns calories, and why you need to Lift Weight to Lose Weight:



So, how do you add weight-lifting into your workout routine?
1st, Learn how to use strength-training equipment. If you belong to a gym, attend an orientation and hire a personal trainer. If you workout at home, hire a trainer to show you and design a program for you. Also, read books and watch videos.
2nd, Design a well-rounded program. Throughout your week, you need to include cardio, strength-training, and stretching exercises. When you strength-train, you must include major muscle groups. Here are some examples of scheduling strength-training (*before or after cardio or stretching):
Routine 1:
Mon, Wed, - Legs and Torso (Back, Abs)
Wed, Fri- Hips and Chest
Tue, Th, Sa or Sun- Arms and Shoulders

Routine 2:
Day 1, Mon- Legs (Calves, Thighs, Hips)
Day 2, Tues- Arms (Biceps, Triceps)
Day 3, Wed- Shoulders, Chest
Day 4, Thu- Back, Abs & Obliques
Day 5, Fri- Light cardio, Rest, get a Massage, Sauna
Days 1-4 - repeat

Combo Routine:
Day 1- Intense Cardio; Strengthen Arms, Shoulders, Chest
Day 2- Light Cardio; Strengthen Legs, Hips
Day 3- Medium Cardio; Strengthen Back, Abs
Day 4- Rest, light cardio
Day 5- Medium->Intense Cardio; Light Strengthen Lower Body
Day 6- Light Cardio; Light Strengthen total Upper Body
Day 7- Rest, light cardio
repeat

Vary your routine every 4-6 weeks to keep your mind and muscles challenged. Keep learning. Get comfortable with your exercises: you'll like some more than others. Keep trying new ones!

For more information on starting a new exercise program or buying a new home gym, go to http://www.SupportandCoaching.com