When most people start an exercise program one of main reasons they will stop is due to a lack of motivation. Looking at this further we often find that most people find their program too strenuous and overwhelming. This is perfectly understandable. But is there a solution to this problem? You bet!

As you probably know, when someone hasn't exercised in awhile and is used to a generally sedentary lifestyle last thing a person should do is just 'jump' into a program like that. Only a select few can handle that. These are usually people who either have very strong will power or who have exercised in past. But for those who aren't in above group let me introduce you to cycling.

The best way to start an exercise program is to start with a lesser volume. That way your body has time to adapt and you won't feel so inclined to give up. Let me show you an example of this in terms of a cardio program. The times can be adjusted to your needs:

Weeks 1 and 2 - 20 minutes 3 times a week

To start off, most people associate aerobic activity with weight loss when they picture exercise portion of a weight loss program. You know, classic fitness instructor in leggings leading out a fitness class, 'One and two...' While this view is not wrong it is only half of battle.

While aerobic activity does burn fat and spikes metabolism that spike isn't permanent. You need some other way to keep your metabolic rate higher than average all of time. This way your body will burn calories more efficiently allowing you to eat more food and also burn more calories at rest. For this you need more lean muscle mass because fat does not burn calories. It just sits there.

The most efficient way to add more muscle mass to your body is through a light weight training program for beginner or light calisthenics if you don't have weights of any kind. There are also other creative ideas for those who don't have weights or don't want to join a gym for some reason, whether it be finances or a lack of self-esteem.

As a note to any women who are wondering...no, you will not look like a bodybuilder. I can back this up with a number of reasons. 1. These women are select few out of thousands who have genetic potential to build themselves up to that point. 2. These women take advantage of genetics they have by spending hours a day in gym training extremely hard. 3. Most of hardcore ladies are on muscle building drugs.