Tag: workout-plans

I used to jog a few miles a week, then work and family took over and it's been almost a year. I have about 25 minutes on weekday mornings and an apartment gym with a few free weights, a bike, and a treadmill. I want to rebuild without wrecking my knees or burning out in week two. What would be a sensible starting plan and progression for someone deconditioned but otherwise healthy? If adding mobility or recovery helps, I can do short sessions at night. I'm not chasing a race, just steady energy and the habit again. (I work full-time and squeeze this in around dinner and bedtime. Friends gave me conflicting advice, so I'm looking for what worked for you personally. I'm in a small town, so options are limited and shipping can be slow. This has been on my mind for a while and I'd love some real-world experiences. If there are pitfalls you ran into, those would be super helpful to hear too. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate.)

I've got desk-job stamina and noodle arms, and I'm trying not to overdo it and quit in week two. If I can commit to 30–40 minutes, three times a week, what should those sessions look like for steady progress without wrecking my joints? Also curious how to structure warm-ups and when to bump up weight. (I'm mid-way through a busy season and trying to be realistic about my energy. Time-wise I can commit a few hours a week, not a full overhaul. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate. I'm pretty new to this and don't want to overcomplicate it. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate.)