Biomarkers
William Evans and Irwin Rosenberg: Biomarkers.
Here?s one of those exercise books that shows you how to slow down the aging process, that is, how to keep from being physiologically as old as you are chronologically. No big deal, if you?re 18. If you?re over 40 (or feel that way), pay attention. The biomarkers are the factors associated with physiological aging, and you can positively affect those factors. And it does have a lot to do with exercise. Order this full body exercise book at discount from Amazon in the Resources section of this site.
Eating for Strength Training
Susan M. Kleiner, PhD, RD: Power Eating
Here it is-- a nutrition and full body exercise book for weight trainees and power athletes. Different from other exercise books, it tells you how to decide how much protein, carbohydrate, and fat you need. It tells you what strength training supplements work and which ones do not. It tells you how to build muscle and how to burn fat.
Training at Home
Many people prefer working out at home, and lots of trainers are happy to come to your home. Some do home training exclusively. You may be asked to pay a little more for in-home training than gym training. Make sure you get a contract and understand the trainer's rules, including what happens if you cancel or if the trainer doesn't show up. Use the same criteria you would to evaluate a gym trainer, except be even more careful. Ask the trainer to come to your house for an interview before you commit any money, and have your partner or a friend with you until you are sure you are comfortable with the trainer.
Trainer Compatibility
Find a personal trainer you feel comfortable with. You may be spending a lot of time with this person, and you should be able to focus on the exercises, not the trainer. If you find you do not get along, or this person's teaching style isn't for you, ask the club's training supervisor to find you another trainer. Trainers usually understand this, as not all personalities are a fit. (If you're training at home, just quit and find somebody else.) Sometimes you may feel you have learned all you can from a trainer and would like to try working with somebody else. Discuss this with the trainer, who may be able to recommend someone.
In-line Skating
In-line skating can give you a great cardio workout. How long and how fast you skate affects the quality of the aerobic workout, but even moderate in-line workouts are good. Start out easy to warm up, and wear protective gear. There's a learning curve to skating, but if you practice and don't push yourself, you can master it. Consider a lesson if it doesn't come easy to you.