TOTAL GYM BEGINNER GUIDE

I wanted to make a video for beginners to a Total Gym that covers fundamental positioning, set up, and technique of the major movements of the machine. Even though I've made other "beginner" videos (and will in the future), I wanted to make a longer more fleshed out video that would cover many of the common issues that people have told me they struggle with. This machine is simple in its design, but there is a slight learning curve that I fear causes many to give up before they give it a chance. Hopefully this video can help you begin to feel comfortable with the machine and most importantly allow you to use the Total Gym more.
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0:00 - Intro
2:30 - Tower Height to start
4:28 - Setting up for "Pulling" Exercises
6:09 - Pulling Fundamentals
12:22 - Pressing Fundamentals
19:15 - Shoulder Pressing Fundamentals
21:07 - Single Joint Fundamentals
25:40 - Leg Fundamentals
30:39 - Wrapping up / Programming Help

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[MascaroAlex]

Appreciate the video man. I got gifted an XLS then bought a FIT. Ive been playing for a few weeks, and running in to your videos, you’ve increased my arsenal of exercises by your techniques, variations and spoken experience. Thanks man.

[carolhayward]

You didn't need to apologize for anything, the sound was great. You and your wife did a wonderful job. Thank you so much for showing the proper way to use this machine.

[chrisfraser]

Mike, I’d like send my thanks for the TG content you’ve been providing especially the beginner through to the age 60 and plus size information. I’m in that category and like most people was at a standstill. Your suggestions and hacks have provided me with the confidence to rehab this disabled body and spirit. I would like to show you that you really make a difference so I’m going to begin documenting my journey along with a more detailed description of my medical condition. I look forward to making my progress available to you and your viewers the benefits of the Total Gym and what a dedicated coach can do for us. Thanks in advance. Best wishes.

[amberbaughman]

I just received my total gym yesterday and tested it out in a workout last night. This video was extremely helpful in showing how to safely get on/off and correct form with different exercises! Looking forward to checking out more of your videos!

[davidh]

Thanks for this video. Sometimes it is easy to forget the basics. Posture is everything on this machine. I had trainer once. He really made sure the slow movement of controlling the weight coming down was used. I try this so momentum is reduced. Usually, 2 seconds up and 4 seconds down. It seemed to help. And on the single leg squats, slow on the machine feels beneficial. Thank you for the videos. Really helps get more out of the Total Gym. Its ashamed everyone doesn't recognize how simple and effective it can be.

[jt]

Just became a sub to your channel after having bought TG. I can’t wait for the machine to arrive so I can practice while watching your videos. Thanks for sharing the videos with us!!!

[apower]

Thanks. This video is a great intro to the techniques. The video and audio quality is perfect. I have been watching many of your videos and they helped to commit to purchasing a total gym. Keep up the great posts.

[michaelwhite]

Sound quality and is fine. Thanks for the video it’s very helpful for me.

[saldominguez]

You answered some questions I had, thank you for this content. I have been struggling to do the chest press effectively, as I always tend to feel it in my shoulders instead, but it’s reassuring to hear you say that this is normal & to be expected. Thanks again.

[srb]

Very helpful! Answered several of my newbie questions about form and range of motion. Thank you!

[dobermanguy]

I really like the Total Gym I just ordered a new set of rollers and I installed them so I'm ready to go watching all your videos they're awesome

[craigmayall]

Hi. I found this much more engaging than some earlier videos. Talking through your exercises whilst doing them is way better than you commentating on a workout. Ok, so the sound wasn't as good but so what!! The overall outcome was great. I for one found it awesome. 10/10 Prof.

[Internalflow]

Great vid.
I have the Xtreme model from Costco in Australia and it looks almost identical to this.
I am a martial artist and love how you can transfer from one exercise into the other in one movement.
Like if laying on back you can do triceps pulls but instead of stopping with forearms in air above chest, just keep going with the movement till your hands meet your hips.
Perfect as it works muscles, though also feels like a stretch and not overwhelming like trying it all in the gym.

[malzdak]

Your videos have sold me on getting a Total Gym to help me lose weight and get healthy.

[yetiblack]

Awesome beginners clip. Very useful hints and advice on positioning

[youtuba]

Thanks for your videos. Very instructive. Am plus size senior so your comments on mindful range of motion - and that it’s good to move - are motivating and helpful

[trellwiggins]

Great review glad I watched this👍 big fan of isolation movements and high volume training but gonna love doing both full body and alot of volume with hitting those angles on this versus having a high volume day at the gym 🏋️‍♂️ even some compound movements being utilized on the fit 💪

[josephvendetti]

Appreciate all your content Mike. Watched this video a few times as I just received my Fit Ultimate. Very helpful with getting accustomed to the machine.
Thank you.

[cwsmith]

The Total Gym is amazing. No need for a local gym if you would like to put on muscle.

[bmweyrauch]

Thanks so much. A GREAT video for us beginners. Much appreciated.