An isometric exercise program is a great way to be introduced into and exercise program. This form of exercise can be performed anywhere and any time and by anybody. Many of us are too busy to even consider signing up with a gym. You can take that travel time and put it to good use with an isometric DVD.

Most individuals wanting to start an exercise program will purchase DVD’s with thin well muscled individuals on the cover thinking that they can keep up with them. Be careful with what you order. If you are just starting a fitness program make sure your DVD will reflect just that- A beginners program. Give yourself time to slowly build up to those more intense programs. I know lots of individuals who will purchase lots of fitness DVD’s and end up sore and having a difficult time getting out of bed in the morning.

There are many benefits to starting off with an easy isometric exercise program. You will get to learn proper body positioning so you can target specific muscle groups to work without feeling discomfort elsewhere. Know that when a group of muscles is targeted you can work them more efficiently versus working bicep (front of the upper arm) and feeling it in your lower back. (poor body positioning) Once you have learned the basics of isometric exercises then try to hold the isometric position longer. The longer you hold an isometric position the more intensely you will be working your muscles. Don’t forget to breathe when holding an isometric exercise. You must be either inhaling or exhaling. Holding ones breath can lead to lightheadedness and the possibility of passing out.

The next step of increasing intensity is to add in an isoband or any rubber tubing. This will increase your intensity even more. For more variety take your isometric exercises to a full range of motion which consists of full contraction of your targeted muscles and an almost full extension of your muscles. Do not hyperextend your muscles or joints. You will still be working the same muscle group but you will be working the muscle differently. Variety is the key to continued advances with your strength training and weight loss.