Is this a well rounded exercise plan?

[naiveandrestles]

I need to lose about 5stone. The stiffness and inflexibility bothers me the most. I'm also 45 and have previously been old Im at risk of osteoporosis.

I used to run but I dont think my knees and hips could cope with that right now. I've tried at home stuff but I just dont have the motivation for it. I hate just walking for the sake of walking (yet I loved running, go figure).

So, Im joining a gym. I dont like just "going to the gym". I find it boring and I dont push myself. I like classes but the only gym with classes is a bus ride away so I feel like I need to make it count when I'm there and do a few classes after each other.

Do you think the below is well rounded? I know if Im strict with myself for a month or so, it will become habit so it is realistic.

M - Spin (I love spin!) followed by body pump then a stretch class
W- Spin followed by yoga
T - Personal trainer to focus on weights

I have been addressing my diet.

My PT has me using machines rather than free weights. I've been googling and there doesnt seem to be that much difference for what I want to achieve?

Thank you.

I think my hip pain is mainly because I'm so overweight and stiff tbh. I think it will improve as my weight decreases.

My PT has me using a hip abbiction machine (?) And the one with the opposite movement to strengthen my hips.

Sure you could do either if you have access to them...there are differences, but in general both will give amazing results if used properly.

OP if you struggle with the new set up (I hope it works but if it doesn't) and realise home is the only option, workout with dumbbells at home and use YouTube fitness videos. Even if you don't enjoy it at first. At some point if you are consistent enough your brain will crave the workout. The bigger picture for me, if you were my client, would be that you really need to prioritise your bone density. You could even consider online PT sessions. I hope it works at the new gym though!

The weights will be bone density wont they?

We essentially have one room downstairs and now I have my work desk in my bedroom, no room to do anything upstairs. We have a small yard. Working out at home isnt going to happen.

I had a thought re your walks. You said you need to be able to hear your surroundings. Why not get some cheap bone conduction earphones and distract yourself with something? They dont shut out surrounding noise.

I'll look into those after Christmas thank you.

Yes, weights will work for bone density.

You have space for dumbbells at home, just saying. All you need is enough room to raise your arms to the sides while holding them, squatting on the spot, etc. You can get a whole weights workout done that way.

If we dont have room to lie on the floor when everyone is home, we dont have room to wave my arms around.

I was a body pump instructor, those who did a spin class before it were hardcore

thats a great plan! Can you listen to audible, a podcast or phone a friend while walking? That’s how it’s more bearable for me. The other option is getting more steps in throughout the day by parking further away from the supermarket/school/work or hand delivering a birthday card or whatever.

You have such little space that you can't stand up with your arms outstretched anywhere in your home?

I agree with pp, the quickest way to lose weight is by using weights. 15 minutes a day of proper, concentrated free weights will help bone density, weight loss, and strength.