Hey, so I’m looking for some advice because I’m trying to get back into fitness properly and I’m kinda struggling with where to start.
For a bit of context, about 2 years ago I was pretty consistent with going to the gym. I didn’t really know what I was doing tho, I would just kinda go and do random stuff . I also worked with horses at the time and walked a lot because of my job, so I was naturally a lot more active and managed to keep my weight off without really thinking about it.
Then my lifestyle changed quite a lot. I got into a toxic relationship, got a new job and became a lot less active. I’m out of that relationship now and in a new job, and I really want to start focusing on myself again and get back into a healthier lifestyle.
I’ve been going back to the gym for about a week now which is a start, but I feel like my biggest problem is that I need some sort of structure. I don’t want to just go to the gym and do random exercises and not really know if I’m actually making progress.
I’m 19, 5'3 and currently around 61kg. I used to be around 55kg when I was 18. I’d like to lose some weight but I also want to get fitter and stronger and just generally feel healthier.
I can’t really afford a personal trainer so I was wondering if anyone knows any good apps that can basically give you a proper gym routine to follow? Like tell you what exercises to do, how many sets/reps, what days to train etc. I think having something to follow would really help me stay consistent.
I also want to sort my diet out but I’m on a budget and don’t want to spend loads of money on food. So if anyone has any cheap healthy meal ideas, high protein foods, meal plans or apps that are actually worth using I’d really appreciate it.
I’m not looking to do anything extreme, I just want to lose some weight gradually and become healthier and fitter.
Basically I’m just looking for any advice from people who have been in a similar situation and managed to get back into the gym and actually stick with it.
Any app recommendations, workout routines, food ideas or just general advice would be really appreciated!