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I hate to admit it, but I've really neglected my body in the last 5 years. If I were to post before and after pictures, you'd think I had them in reverse order.
But, that's ok. I've decided to actually use my mind and my 24hr fitness membership this year, and get back into fighting shape.
My goals are to gain muscle mass, increase muscle efficiency, lose fat/get lean, and reap the physical and mental benefits.
I'd be much obliged for any dietary and exercise program resources you folks might point me towards. I'm strict vegetarian, my profession and lifestyle are sedentary, I have a lot of outdoor activity opportunities (tennis, basketball, walking, hiking, running, cycling), I like to cook, I can make time on a fairly consistant basis, I hate repetition, I hate treadmills, my body type adjusts well to bulking up quickly (or, at least it used to
, I like free-weights. I have a minor problem with my right knee that may exclude high-endurance.
I'd really like to make a significant dent in my health within the next 4 months, and am willing to commit to a defined program.
I'm interested in Yoga as a way to increase body awareness and control. Problem is, I'm completely inflexible, so kinda concerned that it isn't my thing. The spiritual aspect to Yoga is also unappealing to me.
Also, does anyone have experience with the p90x system? Too hard for a beginner? Free alternatives?
Thanks for your input.
But, that's ok. I've decided to actually use my mind and my 24hr fitness membership this year, and get back into fighting shape.
My goals are to gain muscle mass, increase muscle efficiency, lose fat/get lean, and reap the physical and mental benefits.
I'd be much obliged for any dietary and exercise program resources you folks might point me towards. I'm strict vegetarian, my profession and lifestyle are sedentary, I have a lot of outdoor activity opportunities (tennis, basketball, walking, hiking, running, cycling), I like to cook, I can make time on a fairly consistant basis, I hate repetition, I hate treadmills, my body type adjusts well to bulking up quickly (or, at least it used to

I'd really like to make a significant dent in my health within the next 4 months, and am willing to commit to a defined program.
I'm interested in Yoga as a way to increase body awareness and control. Problem is, I'm completely inflexible, so kinda concerned that it isn't my thing. The spiritual aspect to Yoga is also unappealing to me.
Also, does anyone have experience with the p90x system? Too hard for a beginner? Free alternatives?
Thanks for your input.