Apr 18, 2013 4:13 PM GMT
I'm considering joining a gym that de-emphasizes free weights, and emphasizes more full body workouts, group fitness classes, and a more wholistic approach to fitness. I'm curious to hear from guys who have tried similar approaches and like it or don't like it; and specifically what your results have been?
I've always stuck to traditional strength training, and done my marathon and triathlon training on my own through outdoor workouts.
I have multiple goals:
--Maintain or slightly increase my size (I'm vain)
--Get ripped (see above)
--Learn to train in a way that will help prevent against injuries even as I get older
--Work on more running, swimming, and cycling-specific muscles in order to improve upon my performance in races
So it seems to me I could hire a trainer, hire a sport-specific coach, or give this new-ish style of training a try, and I'm curious to hear from others who have similar experiences. This place isn't a crossfit gym, it's more like a hybrid (I could go in there and lift by myself if I want...but the free weights are much more limited). If anyone's curious, it's this gym: www.clubzum.com
Thanks in advance for any thoughts/advice.
I've always stuck to traditional strength training, and done my marathon and triathlon training on my own through outdoor workouts.
I have multiple goals:
--Maintain or slightly increase my size (I'm vain)
--Get ripped (see above)
--Learn to train in a way that will help prevent against injuries even as I get older
--Work on more running, swimming, and cycling-specific muscles in order to improve upon my performance in races
So it seems to me I could hire a trainer, hire a sport-specific coach, or give this new-ish style of training a try, and I'm curious to hear from others who have similar experiences. This place isn't a crossfit gym, it's more like a hybrid (I could go in there and lift by myself if I want...but the free weights are much more limited). If anyone's curious, it's this gym: www.clubzum.com
Thanks in advance for any thoughts/advice.