The document provides tips and recommendations for working out, including using a food pyramid as a guide for nutrition, proper weight lifting techniques to avoid injury, meal replacements to supplement protein intake, inexpensive weight bands as an alternative to weights, appropriate workout clothing and shoes, keeping a workout journal, staying hydrated, importance of rest and sleep, benefits of a workout partner or buddy, using music for motivation, and how a gym membership can provide resources and routine.

1. Workout Guide

2. A food pyramid is a great visual aide that provides an example of
what foods are good and what foods should be limited in your diet.
Food Pyramid

3. These techniques demonstrate how to lift weight properly without
causing injury or strain to muscles.
Proper Weight Lifting Techniques

4. There are several products that provide an adequate amount of
protein in them, which you can supplement for one or two meals
throughout the day.
Meal Replacement

5. Weight bands are an inexpensive and adequate way to lift weights
without spending a lot of money.
Weight Bands

6. Nike flex tennis shoes are an excellent example of a light-weight
tennis shoe to work out and run in.
Nike Flex Tennis Shoes

7. It is important that you are wearing proper clothing while working
out. You need to feel comfortable and not weighed down by baggy
clothing.
Appropriate Workout Clothing

8. If you are lacking motivation, grab a partner. Having a work out
buddy can make working out more exciting as the two of you work
towards your fitness goals together.
Workout Buddy

9. Music is a great tool of motivation to help get you pumped up and
ready to work out.
Music

10. It is a good idea to keep a journal of the activities that you did for
the day, as well as the time limit, or pounds of weight lifted. Keeping
track of this information will help to motivate you and push you to
achieve more the next time.
Keep a Journal

11. It is very important while working out to drink plenty of water. This
will keep you hydrated and help to cool you down after a workout.
Water

12. It is important to get proper rest and a good night’s sleep while
working out. It gives the muscles time to relax and prepare for the
next day.
A Good Night’s Sleep

13. Signing up for a gym membership can help motivate you to work out
and gain a routine. Many gym memberships can include machines,
weights, pools, and classes that you can take. This allows you to
change up your routine and include several different work outs
throughout the week.
Gym Membership