When BodyPower's editor, Helen Phillips, went to the gym for the first time, she observed that most men were taking to weights, but the women showed no enthusiasm for it. While women wish for washboard abs, toned thighs and tight glutes, many brush aside an important workout regime that can help them achieve their fitness goals - strength training.Cardio training is often the popular choice, which includes running, cycling, biking or resorting to the cross-trainer. These can help you lose calories and fat, but if you want a sculpted look, it is possible only through weightlifting, which helps in shaping your muscles. Just in case you have been shying away for the fear of bulking up, worry not. Women are not genetically or hormonally programmed in a way like men to bulk up that easily. So pulling up some weights and curling a few dumbbells will only make you leaner and stronger.
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4. You're in the Gym for You - The gym can be an intimidating place. New faces, new machines and you're already out of your comfort zone. First things first, remember that everyone is in the gym to be a better version of them. Others are not really interested in what you're doing, so don't bother.5. Take Progress Pics - It is important to understand that the weighing scale isn't always the one to depict the true picture - it doesn't show lean muscle gain. Always take progress pics each week to help you keep track of your progress and get motivated.6. Eat! - The worst things you can do are to cut out massive calories and train excessively. You will burn out and can cause long term damage to your metabolism. Start with cutting 100kcals per day and re-assess after two weeks. If you aren't noticing any changes then drop another 100kcals. Don't forget, it's a marathon not a sprint.
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