While you are working out:
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For gym workouts, if a machine is not available it's okay to skip to the next workout.
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Push yourself, but pace yourself. It's perfectly okay to take short breaks. You'll build stamina in no time.
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Carefully chose weights and resistance that you can sustain for 2 to 3 minutes without straining.
Stage One:
Gym equipment only. Whatever weight you are starting at for each machine is stage one. Use that weight for each machine for two weeks.
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Match the trainer's pace and form. Don't worry about anything but being consistent with your workouts.
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Be sure to train 3 days a week with a day of rest in between. It is a great idea to perform different exercises on your rest days, such as walking, jogging, sports, or cycling.
Stage Two:
Gym equipment only: After two weeks, increase the weight. Try increasing by 10% as long as it does not cause you to strain.
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If you cannot increase the weight yet, completed a 3rd week at the same weight settings from stage one.
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Use your stage two weight settings for two weeks. After two weeks, increase your weight by 10% and use that as a new stage one.
