Q&A for How to Start Working Out

You can, but don't feel discouraged if you get exhausted and can't keep it up. Try mixing up which muscle groups you work every day so you have some variety and never work the same group two days in a row.

Choose a simple cardio workout, such as walking or running. Start by doing 20-30 minutes of cardio 3 to 5 times a week.

Twice a week for 20 minutes each time is a good starting place. Gradually work up to 3-5 times a week for 30 minutes each session to meet the basic 150 minute total per week.

Limit the quantity of food you eat from the processed lunches and control your other meals to avoid processed foods and too many calories. Eat fresh, unprocessed foods at breakfast and supper.

One good piece of advice to remember is that urgency leads to action. Create a timeline for accomplishing your goal with a definite date, like a vacation or a wedding or some other event. If you have a date set, you can then begin training immediately. Depending on how far away that day is, you may have to train harder, but having a definite end point in mind will pressure you into staying consistent.

Start slowly but have a clear schedule for each day, and under no circumstances allow yourself to break the schedule. Soon you will work your way up to fitness.

Start from the bottom. Eat healthy, and drink a gallon of water a day. Work out in your room if you can. Do push ups, and use objects as weights. You can run around your house or, if your school has a track, stay after school to run. Make sure to start slowly and move up from there.

Definitely, although most gyms may not accept those under16, there are plenty of other options. If by working out, you mean getting into shape, school teams and other activities are a great choice. Another is to work out at home, or go for a jog, whatever you do, just stay active.

Not necessarily, but it really depends on what your goal is. A cheat day is designated to be a day when you "reward yourself". If your goal is to lose weight, then a cheat day might not be ideal.

Some aspects of a rowing machine are possible to replicate with simple materials. Use lightweight hand weights (or even cans of food) to help develop upper arm strength. Another option is to use resistance bands or surgical tubing.

You cannot spot-reduce a specific area, the fat will come off all parts of your body as you lose weight. Aerobic exercise can help with weight loss, and core and ab targeting workout can help tone the area.

You can join a gym at any age! I think the best age for a teenager would probably be around 13-14 though.

There's no miracle food to make you lose weight. You have to eat lots of leafy greens and lean protein, and stay away from processed foods and sugars. Drink lots of water and unsweetened green tea. Drinking vinegars and kombuchas are also great for your gut bacteria and metabolism.

Find routines, workouts and foods that work for you and make you feel good both physically and mentally. Make sure you are working out for the right reasons (e.g. to feel more confident or healthy rather than to look good for someone else) as this can really help with motivation.