I'm going to the gym all day today is it healthy to go everyday when I'm just getting started?

Answer 1

Unless you a professional body builder or a genetic freak I wouldn't recommend it. Give each muscle group at least 24 hours of rest or your really just defeating the purpose of lifting weights. The rest periods are when the muscles are repairing themselves and actually growing. Workout between 3-5 days a week and don't spend more than an hour when you're weight training.

Answer 2

Going everyday when you're starting out is sometimes a good idea because you build momentum. Often, beginners have an "all-or-nothing" approach to diet and exercise, so if they start taking days off, they fall off the wagon. If you're going to hit the gym every day, try to get in 45-60 minutes of cardio, and 2-4 strength training sessions a week, working body parts on nonconsecutive days (in other words, don't work a body part two days in a row). If you have to take a day off, cut yourself some slack and remember that you have a life that needs your attention as well.

What isn't healthy is going to the gym all day. That's obsessive, unless you work there. Your workout should take no more than 90 minutes.

Answer 3

Sure as long as you don't overdo it. I aim for some cardio 7 days per week - that way if I can only make 5 I say ok, but could do better. If I aimed for 5 I might only do 3 and so on. However you need to vary your routine rather than hitting the treadmill for an hour every day of the week. Weights are a different story - I'd recommend working each muscle group no more than 3 times per week, so either mix and match say arms and legs, or have rest days in between.

Answer 4

You should start off with just 2 or 3 times a week and never go more than5 times a week you body needs time to rest between workouts or you wont get the results you want. Go 3 times or 4 times a week and you will be healthier and thinner than if you went every day.

Answer 5

i am a fitness instructor... the key is to stagger what you're doing each day. if you really hit the weights one day... do some long easy laps in the pool the next... if you're busting out 4 miles on the elliptical one day... do and hour of light but strengthening yoga the next... going to the gym is perfectly safe if you stagger your intensity as well as your activities... i go nearly everday myself but i change it up each day to keep it fresh and not burnout.

most importantly LISTEN to your body... your body will tell you how far you can push and if you need to take a breather for a day. your body is a strong but delicate machine... and even the best running machines need down time for repairs.

if you're just starting out find out if you can spend some time with a personal trainer or experienced mentor to help you with learning the equipment and using proper form in your different activities... you didn't learn to walk or ride a bike after one try... working to be more fit and healthy is the same way.

Answer 6

I don't think you should spend the entire day in the gym, but I'm sure it would be ok to go everyday as long as you start out slow and gradually over the next few weeks build up your stamina.

Answer 7

If yo go every day , make sure you do different muscle groups. Also train in weight resistant cycles. For example .. Two weeks light weights 15 - 20 repetition with 2 sets , then a week with 4 - 8 repetitions. 3 sets

Answer 8

You should aim for at least three days a week. For about a month. Then work your way up as you get into better shape. I go five days a week but I have been at it a while. And if I miss a day it is no biggy as long as I don't make a habit out of it.

Answer 9

Maybe every other day for the first couple of weeks. It's a great idea to walk every day at least two miles. When you start to hurt a little either back off alittle or stop. The term "no pain, no gain" is a bunch of bull.

Answer 10

I used to go to the gym 6 days a week. I was in the best shape of my life.