While I Pondered, Weak and Weary
What types of workouts should I focus on?
HIIT - Not in the condition yet, but hopefully within 6 months
Yoga - Not for me, but some of my colleagues swear by it
Strength training - My focus; minimum of an hour/day, keeping in mind the 150 reps.
Cardio - 20 minutes/day, working my way up to 45 minutes. The tricky part is balancing cardio and strength.
How Long Should I Spend At The Gym?
Gets developed over time as goals are refined. Initially, we will begin with 20 minutes of cardio and 1 hour of weight training; however, it is all very personal. I will focus on repetition rather than time and weight, trying to do 150+ reps for each body part. If I could work up to 45 minutes of cardio, then I estimate about 2+ hours of gym time.
Do I Need A Personal Trainer?
It is always advisable to have someone assist in your training. In the beginning, my son and I will be helping each other, but as competition intensifies and we achieve our initial objectives, it may become necessary to recruit outside assistance.