Jetski-

Ask a professional for help ... most gyms provide one or two personal training appointments as part of their membership. (They want to make sure you know how to use the equipment properly.) If your gym doesn't offer this ... sign up for a couple of personal training appointments. It is worth the money to be sure that time you are spending at the gym is the most productive. Proper form is critical to strength training and the best way to be sure you don't hurt yourself. Down time from an injury can slow your progress towards your weight loss goals.

Also, as you progress in your workouts, you will want to vary the exercises you do ... doing the same workout over and over again becomes less productive as your body gets use to the workout. You need to make changes to keep the workout fresh or otherwise you will get bored and may lose your motivation. Variety is the spice of life!

Good luck and let us know how we can help!

-- DJ