Got a Gym membership! But now what?

[GodsTyro 63]

First, if you haven't been to the gym for a while, don't even worry about the weights right now - start with cardio (any cardio) for at LEAST 1 - 2 weeks. This is to build up some stamina for when you do weights.

As far as the people, don't even worry about them, they aren't watching you - they are there for their own routine, doing their own thing.

Once you do get into weights, I would advise checking with the staff about getting a personal trainer - they are going to push you more than you will push yourself, but it's also good to have someone teach you the proper way of using the weight machines if you are unsure of (otherwise you are risking hurting yourself severely).

Even if you can't afford a longterm commitment with a trainer, most gyms that you join offer free personal session for new members, and most also offer decent prices if you just want to do a few sessions.

Good luck!

[SandyM 1,956]

I just joined a gym yesterday. I've done it before but not in a while. Today was day 2 for me and I feel much better already. Im going to do cardio for a few weeks and then ease into weights. I'm not sure about free weights, just not my thing. I'll probably do the circuits. I figure anything is better than nothing.