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Start a Workout Routine That Sticks

From zero to a routine you keep: a safe start, a simple weekly plan, the five basic moves, honest weight loss, and where a trainer beside you is worth it.

6 lessonsAbout 33 minutes3 printoutsRead anytime, no account needed
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Reviewed by Tony Kates, founder · 2026-10-18

What you'll walk away with

  • Start safely, and know when to check with your doctor first
  • Run a simple weekly plan: 3 strength days, walking, one rest day
  • Learn the five moves every program is built on
  • Understand weight loss without gimmicks or crash diets
  • Choose where to train: home, a gym, or an AlongSide gym Space booked by the hour
  • Keep going after the first month, even when you miss a week

Lessons

  1. 1Start where you are A quick safety check, one honest reason, and a starting point you can measure.5 min read
  2. 2The weekly plan Three short strength days, walking most days, one rest day. That's it.5 min read
  3. 3The five moves Squat, hinge, push, pull, carry. Get the form right before you add weight.7 min read
  4. 4Weight loss, honestly Food does most of the work. Slow lasts. No crash diets.6 min read
  5. 5Where to train Home, a gym, or an AlongSide gym Space by the hour, with or without a trainer beside you.5 min read
  6. 6Make it stick Logs, small wins, and what to do when life gets in the way.5 min read

Printouts