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Originally Posted by DBall
Today is my day off.... My muscles feel healed and I can stretch my arms again.
Now I've got a question for you all.
Should I go right into the strength stuff, then do the elliptical or elliptical first, then strength?
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I would warm up 5-10min then hit it.
Not to sound like a dick, or whatever...But that isnt much to go on. We know you just recently got into the gym for the first time. What kind of goals do you want to achieve? Best thing to do would be to set up some goals both short and long term then move from there. You can start with some basic compound movements for strength / muscle gain. Better to have a plan then hit the gym aimlessly.
With that said, I'll put it to you like it was put to me years ago. With training etc, it is very hard to serve more than one master. Yes it is possible to gain muscle, get stronger, and stay lean. Which with your level of training is possible
at first but after a few months of training under your belt you will find it easier said then done. It is easier to chase after one goal while putting others on the back burner. Example, you want to pack on some serious muscle, well truth be told you can add muscle while staying lean but your gains will be slower much slower compared to just going balls to the wall and gaining as much muscle as you can and letting your bodyfat increase. I guess to make a long story short, in the beginning you will be able to get away with playing too many masters, but as your progress you will need to be more specific with your goals.
Ok, I know it sounds like I am rambling here. But with all of that said. I would suggest that you use this opportunity to take advantage of your lack of experience in the weight room. Your body for the next 6+ month is going to be like a sponge. It is going to respond to everything extremely well. I suggest you get a very basic weight training template worked out ( myself and the other brothers in this thread can help you with this ) and eat your ass off. Im talking steak, chicken, fish, healthy fats, good carbs, and tons of fruits and veggies. Skip the majority of supplements and focus on eating till your sick. You will be amazed at how your body responds. Maybe a protein powder, some multi vitamins, joint support and maybe some aminos.