Fitness For Beginners

Name: Fitness For Beginners
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The Beginners Guide to Learning How to Exercise

Created byJonathan Chant

Last updated 11/2020

English

What you'll learn

You will understand the basics of exercise and know which areas you should focus on
You will learn the basic and important exercise movements that all exercises are based off of and get the appropriate progressions for you
Understand the different types of exercise and why each one is important as it applies to you and how to train each effectively
There are over 100 single exercises demonstrated, dozens of linked exercise programs and several follow along programs available

Course content

6 sections • 60 lectures • 4h 43m total length

Introduction0:53
In this lecture I introduce myself, the course and what you can expect to be able to do once you've completed the course.
Disclaimer1:23
In this lecture we cover when you should stop exercising.
Introduction to Exercise Quiz
What You Won't Find In This Course0:59
This is a lecture about what you won't find in this course, which are the following:

Exercise as it relates to significant weight loss or obtaining a very low body fat percentage.
Nutritional information, which is very important when it comes to weight loss
What is Exercise?1:14
In this lecture I will teach you what exercise is, what some of the benefits are and how much you need.
What Are The Different Types of Exercise0:26
In this lecture we discuss the different types of exercise and why you would de each type. It is important that you understand the benefits of each type so that when you build your own exercise program you understand what parts need to be incorporated.
Strength Training an Overview3:36
In this lecture I will teach you about the benefits of strength training, what strength training is, how you become stronger, how much strength training you should be doing.
Cardiovascular Training an Overview3:30
In this lecture I teach you about the benefits of cardiovascular training, what cardiovascular training is, what your heart rate should be, what qualifies as a cardiovascular activity and how much you should be doing.
Mobility Training an Overview3:05
In this lecture I will teach you the difference between flexibility and mobility training, the benefits of mobility training, how to train mobility and how often you should train mobility.
Exercise and Weight Loss2:31
In this lecture you will learn about the relationship between weight loss and exercise.
What are the types of exercise?
Introduction To Building Your Exercise Program1:08
In this lecture we introduce how to build your fitness routine and give you some things to think about when building your own exercise program.

Why This Section Is Before the Exercise0:23
This video introduces the Motivation and Goal Setting Section.
Motivational Strategies3:31
In this lecture you will learn some motivational strategies you can use to help stay motivated as you progress. There is also a Motivational Strategies worksheet that has even more tactics you can use to stay motivated.
Setting Good Goals3:58
In this lecture I will teach you how to set good goals and how to manage your goals when they don't go as planned.
Motivation
Overcoming Barriers and Using the Goal Setting Worksheet
An Introduction to the Next 3 Sections0:38
This article just explains how to best approach the next 3 sections.

Introduction to Strength Training0:47
In this lecture I introduce why you may want to do strength training and how this section is organized.
What is Strength Training and How Can You Improve It2:57
In this lecture we cover what strength training is, how you actually do it and what the benefits to it are. At the end of this lecture you will understand the basic concepts of strength training and whether or not it's right for you.
Biomechanics and the Importance of Movement Patterns1:46
In this lecture you will learn why we prefer movement based strength training and the movement patterns you will most likely need to focus on and why.
The Bilateral Squat Movement8:01
In this lecture you will learn how to do the bilateral squat properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
The Unilateral Squat Movement3:29
In this lecture you will learn how to do the unilateral squat properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
The Pulling Movement Progressions7:32
In this lecture you will learn how to do the pulling movement properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
The Horizontal Pushing Movement Progressions5:56
In this lecture you will learn how to do the horizontal pushing movement properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
The Overhead Pressing Movement4:31
In this lecture you will learn how to do the overhead pressing movement properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
The Hip Hinge Movement4:40
In this lecture you will learn how to do the hinge movement properly, what muscles are involved, every progression of it and some of the common mistakes people make.
Carry Movement2:59
In this lecture you will learn how to do different carry variations properly, what muscles are involved and some of the common mistakes people make.
Core Training10:40
In this lecture you will learn a different way to look at core training, that is not muscle group focused. but movement focused instead. This approach will help you train all the aspects of your core and we also demonstrate several progressions of each exercise so that you can find the right ones for you.
Building Rock Hard Glutes0:57
This is a mini-section on glute activation, hip stability and I wide variety of exercises and considerations of exercises you could choose into adding into your own workout.
Shoulder Stabilization Exercises0:42
This is a mini-section on shoulder mobility, stability and I wide variety of exercises and considerations of exercises you could choose into adding into your own workout.
Terminology That Will Come in Handy2:23
In this video you will learn some basic terms that are important for beginner exercisers as they first get started.
Understanding the Pyramid2:18
In this lecture you will understand the definition of a pyramid in the context of a workout and how to apply it to your own workouts.
Some FAQ3:58
In this lecture we discuss some frequently asked questions like, 'How of I breathe properly?' and more.
How do I become stronger?
The Breakdown of a Workout3:55
In this lecture you will learn the different parts of a workout, why they're important and some of the exercises you could consider doing.
Explaining the Design of a Strength Routine18:15
In this lecture you will go through an entire strength workout from start to finish where I explain each exercise and why I made each exercise decision and a few progressions or alternatives if you need something that's easier, harder or just different.
Follow Along Strength Workout - No Equipment39:09
This is a bodyweight follow along exercise routine that will take approximately 40 minutes to complete.
Follow Along Strength Workout With Equipment45:52
This is a follow along exercise routine that requires some weights and equipment. It will take approximately 45 minutes to complete.

What is Cardiovascular Training and How Can You Improve It0:38
In this lecture we cover what cardiovascular training is, how you actually do it and what the benefits to it are. At the end of this lecture you will understand the basic concepts of cardiovascular training and whether or not it's right for you.
Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Training2:48
In this lecture you will learn the difference between aerobic and anaerobic training and how it effects your exercise routine and the intensity that you exercise at.
Your First Cardiovascular Program4:41
In this lecture you will learn how to start your cardiovascular exercise program, things to watch for and what intensities you should be starting at.
What should your starting intervals and intensity be?
Long Slow Distance Running3:56
In this lecture you will understand what LSD running is and how it best fits into your cardiovascular exercise program.
Race Pace Running4:01
In this lecture you will understand what Race Pace running is and how it best fits into your cardiovascular exercise program.
Intense Interval Training4:21
In this lecture you will understand what Interval Training is and how it best fits into your cardiovascular exercise program.
Supplementing Your Cardio Program With Mobility Training0:26
This lecture is an explanation of the following few videos, relating to mobility and cardiovascular training.
Pre-Run Mobility Follow Along6:43
This is a follow along mobility exercise program that would be ideal for before you run. You will learn some leg and hip mobility exercises.
Post Run Mobility Follow Along9:55
This is a follow along mobility exercise program that would be ideal for after a run. You will learn some leg and hip mobility exercises.
How to Properly Supplement Your Cardiovascular Program with Strength Training1:48
In this lecture you will learn about which muscles you should train to supplement your cardiovascular program and which ones you should spend less time training.
Sample Cardiovascular Exercise Program1:15
This is a sample cardiovascular program a beginner could follow.

An Introduction to Mobility and Flexibility0:34
This video lecture is an introduction to the mobility and flexibility section.
Improving Your Flexibility Through Static Stretches4:22
In this lecture we discuss the benefits of static stretches, when you should do them and how to do them properly.
Improving Your Mobility Through Dynamic Stretches3:33
In this lecture we discuss the benefits of dynamic stretches, when you should do them and how to do them properly.
Improving Your Mobility Through Self-Massage6:15
In this lecture we discuss the benefits of rolling out, when you should do it and how to do it properly.
Shoulder Mobility Follow Along11:40
This is a follow along program to help you improve your shoulder mobility.
Low Back Pain Follow Along12:07
Although not all back pain is caused for the same reason, this is a follow along mobility exercise routine that would help many people with back pain, especially if they get back pain from bending forward to lift things off the floor or from sitting for long periods of time.
Mobility Follow Alongs0:16
This is simply a link out to a series of mobility exercises, routines and follow alongs you could do if you can't find what you're looking for here.

Introduction to Case Studies0:26
Building Your Routine and Schedule2:48
In this article lecture you will learn how to outline your exercise program from a macro level or what you should be doing on a weekly basis to set yourself up for success.
Olivia and Oliver the Office Workers - Workout 2 (Progressively Harder Workout)0:21
Timmy and Tammy No Time - Bang for Your Buck Short Workout0:11
Wally and Wilma Weight Loss Circuit0:15
Sally and Steve Strength Builder0:03
Next Steps From Here0:45
In this lecture we cover the 'now what' since you've finished the course and offer you some free resources that will help you to continually learn and grow on your fitness journey.
Thank You, Questions & Feedback0:47
Thank You for doing the Fitness For Beginners course, if you have any questions about the course or are unclear about anything or feel like a section created questions or if you have questions that weren't addressed please let us know so we can modify the course as required, also we would really appreciate it if you could take a minute to leave us a review, it will help other people determine if the course is right for them, now all that to be said if you had a negative experience with the course please let us know why so we can adjust it and improve it going forward. Thanks again and good luck on your fitness journey.

Requirements

You will need athletic type clothes to do the exercises and follow along programs
An open mind, this course takes a slightly different approach to fitness and exercise
Although I've done my best to minimize the amount of equipment you will need the following items will help you experience the course fully as intended. Stability Ball, Dumbbells, Exercise Bands and a Pull-up Bar

Description

Learn the basic concepts and fundamentals of exercise. You will need to understand these if you want to build an exercise program that is effective and efficient for you.

Build a strong foundation and understand the proper movements to decrease your chances of getting hurt and get the results you're looking for while exercising.

Fitness Fundamentals
Learn the Different Types of Exercise
Learn How to Move Properly
Get Follow Along Programs to Get You Started

Stop Wasting Your Time

When most people start an exercise program they walk into a gym look around and just sort of copy some of the exercises other people are doing and through trial and error they figure out what works for them. They don't take a minute to consider what their goals are, if they are exercising the muscle groups that are important to them, if they are doing the exercises properly or if they've structured the exercise program in the most efficient way. In this course we address all of these issues so you can get the most out of your exercise program, you can see the results you're looking for and spend as little time exercising as possible.

Content and Overview

This course is for beginner exercisers, people that are consistently exercising, but not seeing the results they expected for the amount of work they put in and anyone who is thinking about becoming a personal trainer or enrolled in a personal training course to get the fundamentals. You'll learn the basic concepts of strength training, cardiovascular training and mobility training. You will understand which type is best suited for you and how much of each type you should do. This course is predominantly video lecture based with a variety of external resources as well as downloadable worksheets that are meant to be thought provoking so you can decide what is really important in your life, why you should exercise and how to implement a successful fitness routine that works for you.

Who this course is for:

If you have never followed a structured fitness program before or are a beginner exerciser this course is for you
If you have questions about why you should exercise this course is for you
If you want to better understand the different types of exercise and how much of each you should do this course is for you
If you have a special interest in becoming a personal trainer or are starting some form of personal training course this will give you a very good starting point

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Course content

Introduction to Exercise10 lectures • 19min

Mental Fitness and Motivation4 lectures • 9min

Introduction to Strength Training20 lectures • 2hr 51min

Cardiovascular Training11 lectures • 41min

Mobility and Flexibility Training7 lectures • 39min

Putting It All Together In Your Exercise Program8 lectures • 6min

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