Losing weight can be a daunting task for anyone, let alone someone new to working out. With so many options, what do you do, and how do you do it? In this article I’ll explain how to lose 30 pounds or more using a full body workout.

Of course, before beginning a workout program, you need to know what you are capable of. Don’t just start off full throttle; make sure you ease into any workout program. And, if you ever feel any pain, that is a sign to back off.

In preparation of your workout, drink a protein or meal replacement shake half an hour before your workout and then again right after your workout (as well as plenty of water). This ensures that you have enough energy to perform the workout, and it helps with your recovery. And don’t sideline your progress by eating big meals.

Since we’re not concerned with bodybuilding, its ok to work out two days in a row. Of course, you can use whatever schedule fits your lifestyle best, but I like to work out two days on, one day off. If you were instead trying to bulk up with a full body workout, you’d be taking a day of rest after each workout (giving you fewer workouts).

You can break your full body workout into four parts (chest, back, core, and legs). Every time you perform your workout, mix up the order. Doing this provides the best results.

You’ll also be working the smaller muscles that support your major muscle groups. After you work a major muscle, follow up with the supporting muscle. For example, when you work out your back, do your barbell curls after your back workout.

When starting your workout, make sure you have plenty of water on hand and always perform an adequate warm-up. For your back, legs, and chest groups, do three sets of ten reps. In between your sets, you should rest for about thirty seconds, and then when switching between exercises you can rest for about a minute.

For your chest workout, do the triceps push-down or dips exercise after either the bench press or dumbbell press. When doing your back workout, do alternate dumbbell curls or standing barbell curls after either the seated cable row or pull-ups. When doing your core workout, do the plank after either crunches or leg raises. When doing your legs workout, do either standing or seated calf raises after squats or leg presses.

I love performing full body workouts. This, paired with a healthy diet, can work wonders. Remember that there will always be obstacles testing your resolve, so it’s important to stay focused on your goals.

David Stevens writes advice on how to lose weight with running workouts.

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