Free Workout Training Programs

Free Workout Training Programs
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If you're looking for a solid fitness plan that offers a variety of exercises, but are unsure how to go about creating it yourself, you can search credible websites that offer visitors free workout training programs designed by fitness professionals. Most sources provide you the options of choosing a workout based on your fitness goal, body type and lifestyle. You may also learn new exercises or find subtle variations to the exercises you currently perform.

Bodybuilding.com

Bodybuilding.com is a well known, reputable site that offers a plethora of fitness and nutritional advice, exercise programs and an online store. This site allows you to search a database of workouts according to your fitness goal, number of training days per week, number of exercises and even the type of workout. If you're not sure of the specifics but have a general idea of what your goal is, you can also search by category: bodybuilding, women, teens and sports. The site also includes videos that demonstrate proper form and technique for various exercises; diagrams are available to help you visually identify the specific muscle groups you wish to train.

FitnessMagazine.com

"Fitness" magazine has an expansive database of fitness articles, workouts, and videos geared toward women, to help them lose weight, tone and shape up for any occasion. In addition, the site provides information on nutrition, and offers creative meal plans that are easy to follow. Furthermore, if you aren't gym-savvy, most of the site's exercise programs are great for at-home use and require minimal equipment to get you started.

Shape.com

The website of "Shape" magazine includes step-by-step instructional workouts with pictures geared toward a woman's physique. If you like to pick and choose exercises to perform without going by a specific workout, there are general training articles that provide tips and suggestions so you can create your own fitness program. Additionally, Shape.com offers a virtual trainer — similar to hiring a personal trainer — that guides you through a personalized fitness routine based on your goals, as well as a meal tracking program that calculates your daily caloric intake; healthy recipes and meal plans are available to keep you focused on good nutritional habits.

MensFitness.com

"Men's Fitness" magazine offers an abundance of workout programs, nutrition advice, and fitness articles on its website to help men achieve success. The site also includes instructional videos on strength training, and healthy recipes to complement your newly discovered fitness program.

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Article reviewed by Will McCahill Last updated on: Jul 13, 2010

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