Looking kinda fat, tips on working out

[WhyIsItUpsideDown?]

For once in my life Im getting fat, I always used to be a little over skinny but now im just fat So Ive decided to work out. All Ive been doing lately is just pushups, situps, the usual crap without the weights, starting tomorrow Im starting to run. Plus I need to get in shape for the paintball season. So does anyone else have any tips, pages, etc to help me on my journey?

[yeahthatsme]

go to a gym and get a personal trainer, that oughta wip ya into shape.

[-J�ker-]

pace yourself and build up dont do 50 pushups on your first day build up to and beyond 50... do reps... like your first week do 3 reps of 10 for each exercise alnternate excersises so you dont over work the same muscles and dont ever not strecth before and after you work out it helps build the muscles any more info needed? therre are also tons of ppl here who know a lot so litsen to them to

[boss_automager]

dont sit in front of the computer listening to us.
We are poison to the stomach!
Go out and run instead of just sitting in front of the comp(or lift a weight while we poison your stomach )

[petefol]

all you really need to do is not eat alot and run for awhile one day then do a few pushups and situps the next day and keep alternating to let your muscles have a chance to recover.

[MantisMag]

if you're trying to get rid of fat it's better to do cardio than strength training. look up how to figure out your target heart rate. most people wuss out long before they reach the proper exertion level. that's why they never see results. maintain your target heart rate for at least a half hour during your workout. work out from 3-5 days a week.

[-=Squid=-]

fast....lol

[Mr. T!]

Don't eat anything, except bean soup and bread, and run forty miles a day, if you don't die you will be much thinner.

[Cha0tic]

the number 1 thing you can do is run. try to do as much as you can do in 30 minutes. then graduate to a longer time. that will help you drop some of the fat.

also watch what you eat. don't eat desert, and don't eat a snack in the middle of the day. don't stop eating or change your whole food lifestyle unless it is absolutely terrible, just cut down.

keep up those sit ups and push ups. i also like doing plyometric workouts as opposed to lifting weights. you may want to look into that. don't spend the money on a trainer unless you need major motivation.

[deathstalker]

One of the most important things is to mix up your routine, eat PROPERLY (not necessarily less), and don't give up. Try to recognize if your body is adapting to the changes and starts to plateau, don't pay attention to fad diets, and don't expect instant results.

After reaching 268, I said, "Enough is enough" and joined a club. I now weigh 235 AND I have a lot more muscle, which means I've lost quite a bit of fat. I try to eat plenty of protein for muscle development, but I make sure I eat lean meats. I'm still losing a little bit of weight each week and I have no intention of quitting. I'm happy with the changes I see and only want things to get better.

I work out an average of four times a week and do both cardio and weightlifting. I'm certainly no paragon of perfect health, either. I smoke about a pack a day and my appetite still gets the best of me a little more than I would like.

The key for me was to do research (www.google.com) and refuse to give up. To be honest, paintball was a huge motivation for me. No offense to anyone who fits the description, but I really don't like how we big guys look in many of the harnesses on the market. I also want to be able to really move if I have to.

[Mango]

Originally posted by Cha0tic
don't spend the money on a trainer unless you need major motivation.

Ok, sure listen to him. Don't spend the money on getting expert advice from someone who studied and paid $700 to get a certification, and take a 160 page test, just so they could help people improve thier quality of life, lose weight and lead healtier lives.

Joining a gym and getting a personal trainer is the single best thing you can do. BUT, all the gyms, all the personal trainers in the world will not help you unless you make the decision to help yourself. With that being said, a personal trainer can design a program for you that matches your 12 week goal, teach you proper form, give you nutritional advice and answer any other questions you might have. It is the best money you can spend.

(Yes I worked as a personal trainer and I'm ACE certified)

[SpongeBobSquarePants]

BOWFLEX


No seriously its all about motavation. I only stay in shape for football and rite now im a nice round shape but I'm a 6'4 300 pound linemen so what do i no. Are school hasnt been to the playoffs in 20 years. We got a new coach this year. And you cannot walk into are field house and not see something that says playoffs. Above every bench press there is a sign that says playoffs pin to the ceiling. ITs all about motavation.

[Thordic]

Mango knows what he is talking about. When I decide to get off my lazy arse and get back into shape, he'd be the one i went to for advice. You would be wise to listen to him.

Often if you are getting out of shape its because you lost discipline. I used to be in pretty good shape from playing lacrosse, but after I stopped my discipline level went to crap and its hard to get that back sometimes. Its hard to do it on your own, and having a trainer who can give you that kick you need can do wonders.

Or if you have a hot female friend, get her to motivate you. It's amazing what a guy will do when a hot girl asks him to...

[MantisMag]

Originally posted by Thordic
Or if you have a hot female friend, get her to motivate you. It's amazing what a guy will do when a hot girl asks him to...

or even just stares at you expectantly. don't hurt yourself though.

and yes a good personal trainer is definitely worth it. since you're on AO asking for advice i'd say even a so-so trainer would be worth it for you. cause they'll still be good enough to at least get you started. or you could pay mango to give you tips online. hehehe.

[WhyIsItUpsideDown?]

Ok, thanks for all the advice. I just ran a mile today(just pacing myself) and I asked a friend of mine on advice, he said just go here for a work out schedule and you will be in shape REAL quick, but dont give up thats the main part. So he gave me a link:http://navyseal.s5.com/workouts.html

Is this a good routine?