Gym or Fitness Club

[Tiger1962]

I was wondering if anyone might have some input into whether it would be better to go to a full scale gym or to a small scale fitness club for this situation.

I am trying to improve my stamina as well as my core muscles. I also would like to work on my range of flexibility. I am really aiming for some USAT gold and want a strict regime and intense training. Should I get a private trainer ($$) or just follow a set schedule?

Thankyou!

If you're trying to improve your stamina, then I'd first concentrate on improving your cardio and in addition to that, add some weight training. For the cardio, start off at 20 minutes on an ellyptical machine. Those are great because its a conbination of a stepper & treadmill so you get the best of both machines. Increase up to 30 minutes and so on, etc. as you become more conditioned.

If you've never lifted weights before, start off with light weights with 12 to 15 repetitions. Later on as you become stronger, you can do less reps and heavier weights. Most gyms have personal trainers on staff and if you can afford that, it would be the best route to go. But, it can be done without the help of a trainer if money's an issue.

good luck