16 Super-Helpful Charts That Teach You How To Actually Work Out

16 Super-Helpful Charts That Teach You How To Actually Work Out
Jenny Chang / BuzzFeed Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin 1. Learn how to be the only person in the gym who's exercising with proper form. SparkPeople / Via sparkpeople.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Doing an exercise properly doesn't just make you look like a boss, it also means you're getting more out of the workout. And also putting yourself at less risk for injury. 2. Then learn exactly how to actually do a real push-up. DAREBEE / Via darebee.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Once you master the push-up (or even a less challenging version of a push-up like an elevated push-up or push-up off your knees), do this intense two-move workout that will make you burn all over. 3. Understand what kettlebells can do for you and how to use them. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin And also that they're not called kettleballs. 4. Figure out the best sneakers for every single activity you can possibly do in the gym — from aerobics to Zumba. SparkPeople / Via sparkpeople.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Carefully choosing sneakers is all about increasing comfort and performance, decreasing injury, and, most important, looking fucking amazing. 5. Finally learn how to use the leg press machine to target different muscles. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Here are a couple leg press workouts to try. 6. Take some pointers on how to run with proper form, which will mean fewer aches and pains on the treadmill. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin And while you're getting better at running, get yourself the perfect running shoe. 7. Learn how to work your butt and thighs with any piece of equipment in the gym. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin I think we can all agree that we owe it to our butts to learn all the different ways we can work them effectively. 8. Finally learn the steps you need to take to actually do a pull-up. NR Project / Via darebee.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin It takes some time and practice, but if you follow the right steps, you'll be able to do one of the most badass exercises of all time. 9. Learn proper gym manners, because no one likes an excessive grunter. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Want to know how your gym etiquette stacks up? We can tell you. 10. Learn how to work your arms, whether you're looking to get huge guns or simply get stronger up top. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin A stronger upper body isn't just about earning the right to wear this shirt. It's also about being stronger for everyday tasks like carrying groceries and lifting kids or luggage. 11. No pull-up bar? No problem. Do these pull-up substitutions anywhere. DAREBEE / Via darebee.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin At home, pull yourself up with a heavy table. At the gym, you can mimic the pull-up movement using a racked barbell to do body rows. 12. Get acquainted with some exercise basics — like your major muscle groups and the best exercises for each. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin And if you want to work all of your muscles with total-body workouts, try the original BuzzFeed Get Fit Challenge. 13. Learn all the different kinds of yoga and which one might be right for you. fix.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Are you more a restorative person or are you thinking you'd like to do a forearm stand on a paddleboard? Your call. 14. Do a quick and simple running workout that will actually make the treadmill fun. Jenny Chang / Via buzzfeed.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin Get more quick running workouts here. 15. Try a workout that will make you feel like a total freaking badass. DAREBEE / Via darebee.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin And yes, using an assisted pull-up machine to do this workout is still badass. 16. Now that you're an expert, learn exactly how much exercise you should be doing each week. Angie Chan / Via angiechan.com Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin As you're deciding on your exercise routine, learn how to tailor your workouts to different goals like building muscle or losing fat. Share On facebook Share Share On pinterest Pin 11 Bucket List Destinations For Animal Lovers To keep the travel adventures going and break from your basic routine, Marriott Rewards members and Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Cardmembers can enter the 1,000 Nights of Summer Sweepstakes for a chance to win one of 1,000 free nights at participating Marriott Rewards hotels worldwide until June 30, 2017. Click here for the Official Rules. Original article and pictures take http://www.buzzfeed.com/sallytamarkin/i-love-kettleballs?utm_term=.abJEYE8D6n#.csbJE484r site