So, I'm joining a gym, but don't have much experience. Can seasoned gym-goers give me some advice?

[Anonymous]

Ok, so I've decided to join a gym, which will be a new experience for me.

The only thing is, I have no idea what machines do what, basically. Obviously, I know what treadmills do, but I'm afraid that I'm going to get in there and look like an idiot, lol.

My initial goals are overall fat reduction (but primarily stomach and man boobs), eventually leading to whole body toning, and then some muscle building. I have no desire to look like a body builder; I just want to be fit and healthy. Ideally, I'd like to lose about 40 pounds.

Are there any experienced people here who can give me some basic starting advice? Like, what should I focus on when I go there, what machines would you recommend, etc?

Thanks in advance!

[Theguyoverthere]

On each machine you'll see a small picture which will show you what does what and what part of the body it works.

My persona recommendation is to burn fat until you're at the weight you want before going into the toning so if you prefer to do cardio and diet down to get there that is fine. If you go into toning you'll gain muscle which is weight which can confuse you even though it's a form of progress.

If you do want to tone something, I would suggest the legs but in the end, do what you prefer and have fun. That's what keeps the motivation going.

[Justsomeguy9814]

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[ThatGuy98]

Look up Bodybuilding. com for some great articles and advice for beginners. There you can also find workout programs with detailed videos of how to perform the exercises.

Also especially in the beginning focus more on the form than on the weight, don't injure yourself just to look cool.

Good luck on your journey!

[matheus_mb]

My main advise is, don't do anything by yourself, gyms have trainers working there. Talk to one, tell him/her about your goals and he/she will guide you.

[Ghosty]

If you're really dedicated, inbox me, I can give some good healthy straightforward beginner tips. But I'm not wasting my time writing paragraphs if they gonna be for nothin.

[RasAlGhul]

go see some video on youtube of famouse guys on gym. and u see how some machines work some exercises and u can even take note of some plan training sesions

[Anonymous]

You got to do the curls, if you want to get the girls. But you gotta work your thighs, if you want to please the guys...

[Anonymous]

they have trainers that can show you everything.