How to Use Gym Equipment | Beginner's Guide

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  • @naomikong
    @naomikong  5 років тому +644

    Hey, there! 👋🏼
    Be sure to check out my other videos on how to use gym equipment linked in the description above ❎ that include: "Free Weights", "Cables", "Upper Body Machines", and "Lower Body Machines"!
    ❓If you have any other fitness questions for me, make sure to search the topic you have a question about across my channel to see if I might already have a video about it!
    Have the best day, babes. 💙

    • @rubymendez388
      @rubymendez388 4 роки тому

      Thank you for being so generous!!

    • @sadiyaakter8536
      @sadiyaakter8536 4 роки тому +1

      do u live in uk?

    • @lerato_lee
      @lerato_lee 3 роки тому +4

      I was extremely nervous today

    • @morgankaysen2218
      @morgankaysen2218 3 роки тому

      i know im asking the wrong place but does someone know a way to log back into an Instagram account?
      I was dumb lost the login password. I love any tricks you can offer me!

    • @maximiliankaysen1425
      @maximiliankaysen1425 3 роки тому

      @Morgan Kaysen instablaster =)

  • @09mkmkmk
    @09mkmkmk 6 років тому +13085

    cant even begin to tell you how much gym anxiety i had because i didnt wanna look like an idiot not knowing how to adjust the equipment and such. thank you for this!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +223

      09mkmkmk Awh, of course! Sending all the love ur way and wishing u the best of luck! 💖

    • @catrice1296
      @catrice1296 6 років тому +22

      me too

    • @JH-ge5kz
      @JH-ge5kz 6 років тому +287

      Same, I only stick to like two machines as I’m scared to use the other ones, and I use the ones furthest away from everyone. It sucks

    • @Minajafarie
      @Minajafarie 6 років тому +128

      Well this happened to me, today was my first day in gym! And i didn't know how to use any of the equipment, and i felt so bad

    • @tinehermans2757
      @tinehermans2757 5 років тому +19

      Same! I was so afraid to go!

  • @UnathleticFitness
    @UnathleticFitness 5 років тому +8722

    Good luck to everyone going to the gym for the first time, remember we all started where you are 👍

  • @vinnyneang7252
    @vinnyneang7252 3 роки тому +4545

    Gyms should start offering tutorials on how to use their machines when you first get a membership to cut out the embarrassment and anxiety of asking for help. It would save people a lot of trouble

    • @cretnotonic
      @cretnotonic 3 роки тому +368

      Yes, like Orientation on your first day. I want to know how to use everything even if I don't plan on using it.

    • @futures.scalper.808
      @futures.scalper.808 3 роки тому +213

      Yes, and they would probably keep alot more members doing an orientation.

    • @Mxchi123
      @Mxchi123 3 роки тому +107

      In fairness, Gyms are meant to teach you these things so you don't hurt yourself. The ones in the UK often do an induction where you get shown things plus go through a plan with what helps the individual.

    • @Twelly93
      @Twelly93 2 роки тому +139

      I agree. The only reason I would guess that they don't is a subtle way to get people to hire a personal trainer

    • @stilettoheel3543
      @stilettoheel3543 2 роки тому +22

      When I joined I asked for someone to show me how to use the equipment I was interested in using. They showed me.

  • @cassidy.98
    @cassidy.98 5 років тому +2147

    1:20 : Leg Press
    2:41 : Assisted Pull Up/Dips
    3:42 : Pec Fly/Rear Delt
    4:39 : Leg Extension
    5:28 : Cables
    6:14 : Lat Pull Down
    6:45 : Seated Cable Row
    7:11: Squat Rack
    8:20 : Smith Machine
    8:57 : How to Adjust a Bench

  • @psi_lucid
    @psi_lucid 5 років тому +3067

    Me a confused baby Yoda at the gym: pretends I’m catching my breath and scrolling through my Spotify playlist while actually googling how to use machines

  • @mintyjamez
    @mintyjamez 3 роки тому +15

    I'm 29 and just got a gym membership for the first time. I have pretty terrible social anxiety, like most people anymore, and even worse body image/self confidence. Gyms are not my thing. I don't understand any of the machines and have no idea what I'm doing. If it wasn't for the fact I'm locked into a three month membership I would've quit the first day honestly. But I just finished my first week today and having your videos feels like I'm taking a friend with me. Thanks for these. They make me feel a little bit less stressed every time I go in. Good luck everybody!

  • @orangeaid
    @orangeaid 6 років тому +4727

    i go to the gym like "??????¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ wheres the treadmill"

  • @Misoill
    @Misoill 6 років тому +1552

    LMFAO this was me til I registered how much I was paying monthly for my membership. Then I grabbed a employee and made them explain how to use every machine I wanted to use 😁.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +155

      aiMislit LOOL YOU ARE THE BEST. 😂😂🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @TheMeganWho
      @TheMeganWho 5 років тому +69

      Well yes thats what everyone should do, the trainers help is included in the memebership

    • @its_taz6717
      @its_taz6717 4 роки тому +6

      I wanna do this

    • @elizabethbeveridge3600
      @elizabethbeveridge3600 4 роки тому +101

      I’m actually an employee at PF - PLEASE do this!! It’s your membership that you pay for, so you deserve the help you need. We would much rather have someone ask for help than feel useless and embarrassed at a gym.

    • @Кпер-ж1ф
      @Кпер-ж1ф 4 роки тому +2

      The Adventures of Mi Yes gurl we need that confidence!✨✨

  • @kaitlynkho5
    @kaitlynkho5 6 років тому +1996

    Can you do workouts for beginners at the gym? (Like legs, arms, chest, etc.?)

  • @SharksRule567
    @SharksRule567 5 років тому +213

    One of the biggest things that has prevented me from seeing the effects of working out is my hesitance to do anything beyond cardio out of fear of looking stupid. So thank you for this video. I appreciate it.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  5 років тому +6

      Erin Rose Of course! Happy to be of help. 🥰 I posted a few more updates videos on how to use gym equipment linked in the description! ❤️

    • @puddleduck1405
      @puddleduck1405 Рік тому +1

      SAME BRUHH

  • @zoe._.1850
    @zoe._.1850 6 років тому +672

    I can not tell you how much I appreciate this. I love working out and I love the gym but my fear of looking like an absolute idiot on the machines and my anxiety has always deterred me from trying out different things or just being fully in the workout and enjoying it. This has honestly gave me sooo much more confidence so a massive thank you!! ☺️💛

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +5

      Zoe ._. Awh, u are the sweetest! TYSM. ❤️❤️ I’m just here to help out in whatever way I can. 😘

    • @laurarules3642
      @laurarules3642 2 роки тому +5

      I've been using the rowing machine wrong for years but I got a flat stomach and increased strength , endurance and overall fitness. As long as you're feeling good and enjoying it don't let idiots at the gym put you off. It's as much your gym as it is theirs

    • @deltaid1439
      @deltaid1439 2 роки тому +1

      dumbbells will always be favourite but i want to try the machines but it's scaring me 💀

  • @sugarstephb8028
    @sugarstephb8028 4 роки тому +242

    I’ve always been nervous to go to the gym, but recently my husband and I started going together. That helped, but both of us have been intimated by not knowing how to use a lot of the machines, but I’ve gotten tired of worrying what others think of me! I’m doing this for my health, and I won’t let anyone stop me from doing what I need to do to get in shape and feel good!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  4 роки тому +3

      SugarSteph B So much YES, sis! Keep on at it! Let’s get those gainz! 💪🏼💪🏼🔥🔥

    • @rainboow567
      @rainboow567 3 роки тому +3

      First you don't know, then you know! Simple as that and much better than first you don't know and continue not knowing 🤞

  • @peroxideprincess2339
    @peroxideprincess2339 5 років тому +3136

    I wish my gym even got this empty

    • @papasalt8823
      @papasalt8823 5 років тому +129

      In my gym there is rarely ever anyone in the free weights section, and even on the machines it is quite empty, lucky me :)

    • @8BitGamer4life
      @8BitGamer4life 5 років тому +21

      Planet fitness is great.

    • @Dontrolling
      @Dontrolling 5 років тому +37

      @@papasalt8823 depends on the time you go

    • @brzo.
      @brzo. 5 років тому +9

      PF in Iowa at 2 PM. You're welcome.

    • @jmp3479
      @jmp3479 5 років тому +72

      University gyms are just literally never gonna be empty

  • @caseywhitehead4976
    @caseywhitehead4976 3 роки тому +88

    Naomi, that was a very sweet thing you did for so many people out there with that fear. It was very informative too. Everyone is trying to get gains, and you just inspired a lot of people to take the leap, and do it. Great job.

  • @sapsoup422
    @sapsoup422 6 років тому +188

    Sometimes other gym goers can be really helpful when you’re struggling, ik I’ve had people try to help me adjust the seats or settings. People at the gym usually look more intimidating than they actually are.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +11

      sam Yes, I agree 100%! 🙌🏼

  • @copypaste1358
    @copypaste1358 4 роки тому +550

    Bro they should implement some classes at every gym that teach you how to use each machine, this looks so complicated lmao

    • @zenthra97
      @zenthra97 3 роки тому +59

      My gym has trainers that you can ask.
      But I'm too socially awkward/ nervous to ask 😅

    • @pinkegg3179
      @pinkegg3179 3 роки тому +19

      they do, it's called personal training and hella expensive lol I've become so depended on my trainer that I don't even know how to adjust the machines as he does it for me.... that's why I'm here

    • @passdaboof
      @passdaboof 3 роки тому +8

      at UK gyms u get a free induction when you sign up and they show u how to use everything lol

    • @Nicole-su4xt
      @Nicole-su4xt 3 роки тому +3

      @@passdaboof yeah In my gym in Germany too. And I can always ask a trainer about a specific machine

    • @hbanana970
      @hbanana970 3 роки тому +9

      And then make the class “required when you join” so it’s not awkward asking or help. Like “look at those guys. They signed up for the newbie class” lol

  • @jumanji.1
    @jumanji.1 6 років тому +560

    Lol Im in the gym and I sat on the inner thigh outer thigh thing and I didn’t know how to use it so I ran to the locker room and started searching so I could go back and do it correctly😭😂. This video is very helpful thank u♥️

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +10

      jumana Altai Omg, u are AWESOME and Ily! 😂🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️❤️

    • @omgitsleila
      @omgitsleila 6 років тому +5

      THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME i had no idea how to adjust it

    • @cecileung8939
      @cecileung8939 6 років тому +1

      Omg I AM NOT ALONE

    • @linlinpooh7677
      @linlinpooh7677 5 років тому +1

      Okay that’s me rn lmaoo

    • @mariskakuhn1603
      @mariskakuhn1603 5 років тому +2

      We call it the good girl bad girl machine 😁

  • @micheall1127
    @micheall1127 5 років тому +39

    Its so stressful walking into the gym the first time. We needed this

  • @teresalandhamilton8476
    @teresalandhamilton8476 6 років тому +289

    This may seem like the most common sense buuttttt I used to be soooo scared to get on machines bc they looked so intimidating!! I also wasted a lot of time on the treadmill bc i was such a chicken and i wish I would’ve watched this video a long time ago lol!!! Thank you!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +6

      Teresa Land Hamilton LoL Yes! Story of my life! 🙈 Always happy to help. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @pikapikae
      @pikapikae 6 років тому +2

      Same here!

    • @Sylphadora
      @Sylphadora 5 років тому +1

      I was a little intimidated by the machines at first too but then I realized they're a LOT simpler than they look. They are designed to do just one movement and the instructions are usually pretty clear 😉 Honestly it took me more time to learn how to adjust the equipment than to do the exercises themselves 😂

    • @dianajuarez7668
      @dianajuarez7668 5 років тому +1

      Ssaaammee girl

  • @wang.baifeng5348
    @wang.baifeng5348 5 років тому +672

    When explaining the machines, she sounded like a flight attendant 😂

    • @beecarley4670
      @beecarley4670 5 років тому +17

      i was waiting for the oxygen machine tbh

    • @sandracorrea9196
      @sandracorrea9196 5 років тому +2

      wang.baifeng
      🤣🤣🤣🤣
      I was thinking the same!! I was just waiting for the captain to say
      Flight attendants prepare for departure🤣🤣🤣

    • @kirasorensen8096
      @kirasorensen8096 4 роки тому +2

      When the seat belt sign illuminates, you must fasten your seat belt. Insert the metal fittings one into the other, and tighten by pulling on the loose end of the strap. To release your seat belt, lift the upper portion of the buckle

  • @lilyraimey3499
    @lilyraimey3499 6 років тому +4511

    NOthing more embarrassing than looking like a fool on the equipment, and not knowing what to do. One of the reasons I don't go to the gym.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +288

      Lily Raimey Yes! It takes time to get comfortable and it’s a constant work in progress. It took me two years before I was fully confident and I still get days where I’m like wtf am I doing again?? 🙈 Keep workin at it, girl! 💪🏼

    • @fitspolisa9273
      @fitspolisa9273 6 років тому +223

      Lily Raimey i find it more embarassing to not be active and complain on my body

    • @melovetolaugh6417
      @melovetolaugh6417 6 років тому +206

      Gurll,, Let me tell you two facts: one, everytime I go to the gym there would be at least one person who looking like an idiot. Two, no one cares.
      But if ever someone is feel so superior to you and stares, stare them back or ask them “can I help you” or “wtf?”

    • @annamontecalbo3429
      @annamontecalbo3429 6 років тому +1

      Yes , same here

    • @naomimartinez1747
      @naomimartinez1747 6 років тому +56

      True, it's embarrassing and I feel the same way but that shouldn't be a reason not to go to the gym. Instead, get to know the machines and learn how to properly use them even if it takes going to youtube first.

  • @MakeUpWhore6
    @MakeUpWhore6 5 років тому +36

    Thank you so much for this video. I started going to the gym for the first time ever this week and I went back this morning hella confident after watching this. When I went Tues and Wednesday i wanted to try the out the machines but I felt like everyone was staring and judging. The machines aren't as intimidating after you try it out. I became obsessed with trying every piece of equipment. I ended up working out for 2 hours and it was fun. Can't wait to go back Monday. I'm sore but still motivated. Can't wait to show off my gains!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  5 років тому +1

      MakeUpWhore6 YES GIRL. Love that mindset and determination! Keep killin it! So proud! 🤩❤️🙏🏼🙌🏼

  • @TheBkflorida
    @TheBkflorida 6 років тому +576

    I always play with same equipment for about a year now.. it's time for me to explore more but those equipment always surrounded by muscle man.. I never feel comfortable around them

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +104

      Yes, it’s definitely time to start trying new things! No worries, I find that guys could care less what girls do at the gym and they’re more likely to judge other dudes than girls. LoL If that helps. 😆 I just posted a video on how to build confidence at the gym! Make sure to check it out. ☺️

    • @kawaiitenshi2723
      @kawaiitenshi2723 5 років тому +1

      same

    • @MakeUpWhore6
      @MakeUpWhore6 5 років тому +10

      I know right! Their freaking machine hogs. Just muscle in on them. They don't run shit!

    • @ayeayemin4906
      @ayeayemin4906 5 років тому +5

      Haha same with me 😅 if too many man there I won't go there anymore I will just do running and cycling 😂Bec I am so dump I don't really know how to use those thing

    • @brzo.
      @brzo. 5 років тому +3

      Muscle men are nice and might judge you in head but are actually nice and chill even if you start to get stressed

  • @MelissaFreeman
    @MelissaFreeman 6 років тому +441

    Omg I thought I was alone in feeling like the tiny little skinny girl at the gym! I feel like people are either like “B please 🙄” or either think I have some kind of weird obsession with being skinny!! Lol

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +19

      Melissa Freeman We are in it together! You’re never alone! 🥰🥰❤️❤️

    • @JHNTR
      @JHNTR 5 років тому +5

      Melissa Freeman fuq what they think get fit

    • @marlalopez5286
      @marlalopez5286 5 років тому

      Beats By Jess 😂

    • @marlalopez5286
      @marlalopez5286 5 років тому +68

      everyone’s like “ you don’t even need to come you’re skinny “ like seriously that’s not what i’m coming for i’m trying to build muscle 😂

    • @MelissaFreeman
      @MelissaFreeman 5 років тому

      Beats By Jess yaaass!!

  • @riizeboyz_
    @riizeboyz_ 2 роки тому +19

    i just joined a gym for the first time a few days ago since i wanted to get in shape but i’ve always been so scared of all the machines and being judged for not knowing how to use equipment 😭 so thank you so much

    • @Some1butnotyou
      @Some1butnotyou Рік тому

      Hey how is it going? Still on it? I just started rn and struggle with all those machines. Just hope I'll have a good overview about everything soon enough to actually start working out

  • @RapunzelASMR
    @RapunzelASMR 4 роки тому +532

    I relate haha. I am going to the gym and the first times I just feel so awkward XD But honestly I rather ask someone than just fumble like an idiot. if I would not be able to figure it out I would ask someone near me and stop the embarassment. No way I am going to feel like that haha

    • @usernameisunavailable8270
      @usernameisunavailable8270 3 роки тому +51

      @NO LACKIN Plot twist: The person who used the machine before you didn't know what they were doing either. 😂

  • @youngbradley26
    @youngbradley26 6 років тому +34

    I kept in shape almost solely demonstrating different workouts for my clients, giving them a perfect visual of the movement. Great video; very clear and concise!!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      youngbradley26 Thank u! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @kylien3648
    @kylien3648 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @jacqueline6434
    @jacqueline6434 6 років тому +71

    Thank you for this video! I'm a petite asian girl, so I would always get gym-timidation. I really appreciate how you highlighted the levers (quality editing!)
    Now I feel more confident in using weights instead of doing cardio all the time :)

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      Awh, yay! I am so happy to hear that! ❤️🙏🏼😘

  • @irigel
    @irigel 6 років тому +3

    thank you. in a sea of social media a lot of people nowadays would rather video those people who struggle and make fun of them instead of help them. i hope more people like you do this and help others especially the beginners.

  • @ApexHumanBeing
    @ApexHumanBeing 6 років тому +1112

    The only problem with this video is almost every gym has a different "type" of the same machine with different pin/lever etc 😁😁😂

    • @NicoleLerma02
      @NicoleLerma02 5 років тому +52

      true! i signed up on a new gym today and the machines and stuff were different from the ones found in this video😂

    • @DeanieChung
      @DeanieChung 5 років тому +24

      McRobert OntheBeat that’s correct but you can always figure it out

    • @wakoeonersyd.ngks.bsas.9996
      @wakoeonersyd.ngks.bsas.9996 5 років тому +14

      Thankfully my gym uses this same equipment

    • @saadadib5391
      @saadadib5391 4 роки тому +12

      If there is someone at the front desk just ask them how to adjust the machine u want to use. Most of the time they are more than happy to show u

    • @arpitshivhare217
      @arpitshivhare217 6 місяців тому

      True

  • @Angela-rb9ls
    @Angela-rb9ls Рік тому +2

    Just started going to the gym Saturday and found your videos. Thank god! I’m a work at home mom with 2 toddlers haven’t been out an about for about 2 years now. My anxiety is no joke. Since Saturday I’ve only used the treadmill for an hour but now I’m excited to try the new machines! Thank you ! ❤

  • @kidcaspertv2698
    @kidcaspertv2698 6 років тому +7

    I just started my weight loss journey, was 328lbs on the 30th of April and have lost 4 pounds since then. Ive been going to anytime fitness and have been looking like a huge idiot not being able to fully fit on some seats but still pulling through with the work out HAHAH, I came across this video which has helped me SOOO much, thank you!!!!!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      Simon Stevenson WOW. That is amazing! Keep celebrating ALL of ur victories! 🎉 It truly can be nerve-wracking pitting ourselves out there at the gym, but I really admire the people whose goals and determination are bigger than their fears. Those are the real winners. Keep killin it! 💪🏼💪🏼

  • @mallorie3670
    @mallorie3670 5 років тому +11

    I’m so happy your video popped up on my recommended, I’m new to the gym and don’t really know how to adjust and use everything so I appreciate this so much

  • @michellef1202
    @michellef1202 6 років тому +11

    Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have started working out with my boyfriend and though he is a great ”trainer” he sometimes gets in his own zone and leaves me standing around looking stupid. Now I know that when he is focused on his own workout, I can use the machines without him and feel confident about it!

  • @idkorcareanymore2955
    @idkorcareanymore2955 Місяць тому +3

    Thank you sooo much I’m only a freshman and have never joined a gym before, but I joined a local gym a few days ago and felt like an idiot so I just stayed on the treadmill the whole time cuz I didn’t know how to use machines 😭

  • @n1337n
    @n1337n 6 років тому +75

    woah! super detailed and super helpful! also the quality of the video is super good like the colors and stuff pop out a lot. i really like it!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Morgan Thank u, dear! ❤️❤️

  • @corinaperez5444
    @corinaperez5444 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you!!! I was another only cardio girlie because I didn't know how to use the equipment and was afraid to ask haha. They should have this playing at gyms!

  • @kstarlovesjaeliz
    @kstarlovesjaeliz 6 років тому +107

    Thank you for this because I used to do cardio first and people watch to see how to properly use the machines lol

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +2

      Katherine Espinal LoL Yes, been there! 😆💖🙏🏼

  • @Mohammed-bd7ql
    @Mohammed-bd7ql 2 роки тому +130

    VERY IMPORTANT:
    ALWAYS keep your back straight, NEVER use your spine to pull anything while in the gym. Notice how this girl is keeping her back straight in the clips. A lot of novice people get back injuries and blame the gym, don't be one of them!

    • @notscar
      @notscar 2 роки тому +1

      most forms in this videos are purely wrong or they don't explain main things to avoid, if you get back injury/hernia when doing something different than deadlifts and squats you are just the dumbest on the universe and shouldn't go gym without a trainer lol

  • @bliss7166
    @bliss7166 6 років тому +177

    Omg where was this when I first started going to the gym😭😭 this is so helpful!!!! Thank you for making this!! Legend :)

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +2

      Lara Awh, TYSM. ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼 I know, I wish I had one of these when I started as well!

    • @DeanieChung
      @DeanieChung 5 років тому

      Lara haha i know right

  • @SA-dq7sr
    @SA-dq7sr Рік тому +4

    I went to the gym for the first time today and I honestly looked silly as hell. An older gentleman was honestly really helpful with helping me adjust the equipment. Thank you for this! Tomorrow I'm going to go again, but equipped with more knowledge. And honestly, if I'm over being afraid of looking stupid. We all start somewhere :)

  • @mariacazorla9597
    @mariacazorla9597 6 років тому +165

    Super excited because tomorrow I won't embarrass myself at the gym 😂

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +8

      María Cazorla Omg, hope u had a fabulous gym session! I’m excited for u, too! 😆❤️❤️😘😘

  • @nataliesimmonds6867
    @nataliesimmonds6867 2 роки тому +14

    I've just joined the gym with the intention of doing more strength training than cardio (I do that separately with other activities). This was very helpful, thank you!

  • @ShanananaLastASilent
    @ShanananaLastASilent 6 років тому +40

    This is my favorite workout video I have seen. I have been doing cardio for years and I’ve lost about 60 lbs that way but I’ve always been so hesitant to move on to weight training because I’m scared of looking stupid. This was super helpful!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Shelby Caldwell Awh, TYSM. 🙏🏼🙏🏼 You are amazing! Keep killin it! 🤩🤩💪🏼💪🏼😘😘

  • @TrojKanoexe
    @TrojKanoexe 10 місяців тому +2

    I just started today going to the gym and this video helped me alot, thanks😊 Also happy valentines day.

  • @kamilareeder1493
    @kamilareeder1493 4 роки тому +9

    Thank god lol, I'm studying to be a personal trainer but my background is dance, pilates, plyometrics, bands and free weights lol . I'm so scared of gym equipment, I just dont have lots of experience with it.
    This was an absolute lifesaver 😭😭

  • @Kiara.Cortes
    @Kiara.Cortes 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for this video. I went to the gym yesterday and had lots of anxiety and felt out of place because I had no idea what I was doing

  • @Valeria12303
    @Valeria12303 6 років тому +52

    These needs wayyy more love not too many videos that r explained this well truly wish I watched this before I started lifting lol I've learned my way round the gym but that's after years of trial n error n people n coaches

    • @Valeria12303
      @Valeria12303 6 років тому +1

      It's one thing to have proper form but to know how to adjust everything

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Awh, TYSM, dear! ❤️❤️ Yes, I wish someone could’ve showed me all of this/made a video explaining equipment which is why I made sure to make this one of my first videos!

  • @HollyTeeVee
    @HollyTeeVee 5 років тому +2

    I've recently been more motivated to go to the gym and actually do more intense workouts and not just hop on the treadmill. With there ALWAYS being a higher volume of males than females in the gym, I've been too scared to try out these machines. I don't want to look like a lost puppy so this video was EXTREMELY helpful! THUMBS UP all the way!

  • @starcutie41532
    @starcutie41532 6 років тому +79

    SWEET LORD THIS VIDEO IS WONDERFUL AND SO ARE YOU. I just recently started going to the gym regularly and am trying to break out of my cardio machine comfort zone XD Thank you

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      rhizah1109 Awh, TYSM. Ur amazing. ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼😘😘

  • @cassandrajeffrey5893
    @cassandrajeffrey5893 5 років тому +4

    I go to the gym with my best friend and it is hard for both of us because we do not know what to do. We usually end up walking on the indoor track or going on the treadmill. Thank you for posting this video!!! It is going to help us both!!! I just want to go and use the equipment now!!!

  • @shunwright447
    @shunwright447 2 роки тому +1

    So glad I ran across this video because I too am the “cardio girl”. I contemplated canceling my YMCA membership yesterday. It’s so intimidating going to the weight side. I’ve never went but I try & watch others to get a sense of what they’re doing but I either get nasty looks or an unwanted conversation. Thanks again!!

  • @clararawr8177
    @clararawr8177 Рік тому +4

    Thank you, I'm autistic and asking makes me not want to go so this has been incredibly helpful. I haven't been to a gym in 12 years before last week and I literally forgot everything. I have gained significant weight since I was last in a gym, and everyone that spoke to me asked how much weight I wanted to lose. I just want to get fit! My weight doesn't bother me. I'll likely lose some; I just have no endurance after being sick so long. I just miss how my body feels when it's fit

  • @lamngocdang
    @lamngocdang Рік тому

    When I first started going to the gym, I was like an idiot struggling with a lot of equipment and a lot of the equipment I used incorrectly. I'm glad there are instructional videos like this to help users not get confused

  • @Rothaomar
    @Rothaomar 6 років тому +40

    just started working out and this video is really helpful

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Rotha Glad to hear that! 💖

  • @cait2561
    @cait2561 5 років тому +1

    I'm actually really glad that the machines also tell you how to use them. I used the leg press machine (the one where you could get really hurt if you don't lock it in place) and i was terrified, but i knew how to use it after reading and re-reading the instructions.

  • @janelle1182
    @janelle1182 6 років тому +13

    Can you explain what’s the purpose of the guards on the squat racks and why it needs to be adjusted? I’m a bit confused as to what its use. Thank you for this vid! It’s given me more confidence to tackle the strength training area of my gym now that I watched your vid. Make more of these please! 👍🏽💗💗

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +11

      Janelle Cruz They’re there in case the bar slips and you’re unable to recover it OR if for example, ur doing a squat and u get stuck at the bottom because the weight is too heavy, u can set the bar on the guards without putting yourself into any danger. Of course, glad to hear that! ☺️❤️❤️

    • @janelle1182
      @janelle1182 6 років тому +5

      That makes sense. Thank you!

  • @shelliebeans5524
    @shelliebeans5524 5 років тому

    thank you Naomi! I thought I was the only one! I see by all the comments there are tons of us out there afraid of looking stupid using gym equipment. you are a blessing!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  5 років тому

      Shellie beans Awh, of course! Always happy to help. 🥰

  • @ArtoriasB
    @ArtoriasB 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you for making this!! I’ve never touched the weight machines and always stuck to cardio machines cause I didn’t want to use them wrong

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  3 роки тому

      You got this! 🙌🏼

  • @naveendaniel618
    @naveendaniel618 2 роки тому

    Im 16 and today was my first day at the gym, i was all alone and didn’t know anything i really wish i had seen this video before i went to the gym, ur the best and ur really reassuring, thanks so much

  • @gracieatwood4661
    @gracieatwood4661 5 років тому +3

    This was so helpful!!!! You have no idea how this changed my gym anxiety and made me feel wayyyy better about working out in front of others!!!!

  • @krrishgladiator5341
    @krrishgladiator5341 5 років тому

    I have to write a fitness journal every time I go to the gym and use the equipments at school.At first,I couldn't write the equipments name and weight properly in place because I didn't know how to use the equipments.This video helped me a lot and now I know exactly what I am doing and can write my journal properly.Thank you so much.

  • @GregoryJohnston77
    @GregoryJohnston77 6 років тому +3

    Thank you so much. Ive been out of shape my whole life, i got tired of being tired. Ive beennon keto and lost 60 pounds and i have a treadmill at home. I walk 8 miles a day. I jist joined a gym. Im a little upset im paying all that money and anytime fitness did not show me how to usr the equipment. After your video and several others i see i have been using every single machine wrong. Now i really feel dumb. Thing is i dont care what i look like (obviously) i been 320 pounds for 3 years at 6'. LoL i still go and work put, i jist go late when nobody is there. My gym phobia will go away soon i hope. Thank you SO MUCH for thos video. Much love...

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +3

      Gregory Johnston I promise EVERYONE has used gym equipment wrong! Don’t sweat it. 😊 Love ur mindset send grind-just keep going and killing it! You’ll look back at yourself in the future and be so proud of yourself. 💪🏼💪🏼

  • @mayaxox1584
    @mayaxox1584 Рік тому

    GIRL THIS VIDEO SAVED MY LIFE LMFAO i just started going gym yesterday for the time time in my life and felt like i was trapped on the cardio machines because i was so afraid to look stupid. this video answered all my questions thank you thank you!!!!

  • @jaydonnelly5038
    @jaydonnelly5038 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for these beginner’s guide videos! Started going to the gym for the first time this year and these tutorials have been such a great help

  • @moodiiperson7474
    @moodiiperson7474 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much! I went for the first time today, and honestly felt so embarrassed I didn't know how to use anything, this will be a lifesaver!

  • @samanthahicks3333
    @samanthahicks3333 6 років тому +77

    Not sure why anyone would give this a thumbs down, but if i could give 10 thumbs up i would. There are a lot more ppl than i thought that let fear stop them from working out. I pay for a membership at a community gym (i pay for my whole family, which ti this day nobody has ever used) I'm hoping to build up the nerve to walk in there and start a new journey. So for what its worth thank you! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👌👌✌✌

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      Samantha Hicks Awh, you’re freakin amazing and so sweet, babe. TYSM. ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼😘😘 & YES, u can freakin do it! I believe in you, you are unstoppable. 💪🏼

  • @jennwilliamss
    @jennwilliamss 3 роки тому +3

    There's so many times i've avoided the gym or specific exercises because I was unsure of how to use the machine and didn't want to look stupid... this video was so helpful & i'm excited to go in for my workout today! Thank you😁

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  3 роки тому +1

      Hope you had a great workout! Wishing you the best of luck! ❤️🙌🏼

  • @mcisco9
    @mcisco9 6 років тому +61

    Thank you for going over the smith machine, that shit always scared me.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +2

      mcisco9 LOL Ur welcome. 😆🙏🏼

  • @juliusmkisi4677
    @juliusmkisi4677 4 місяці тому

    I just started my gym.. and when I asked for help I was told to go through and read the instructions..
    Thanks to this tutorial..

  • @totallypandacoffee
    @totallypandacoffee 6 років тому +6

    Thank you for this! I've been too scared to try weight machines and most guides start like you already know how they work. I really needed this total beginners guide!

  • @mosigu
    @mosigu 6 років тому +1

    I just start going to the gym and you have no idea how much your video has help me not be afraid to use the equipment in the gym Thank You!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      mosigu Awh, that’s amazing! Thank u! ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @chloehuynh3549
    @chloehuynh3549 6 років тому +28

    Thank you for helping me with my gym anxiety!! Not knowing how to use the equipment is scary for me... can you do more video like this?

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      Chloe Huynh Of course! Literally just posted a video on how to build confidence at the gym. 😊

  • @sriramgadiparthi9331
    @sriramgadiparthi9331 4 роки тому +1

    NOBODY WAS AS INFORMATIVE AS YOU thank you

  • @jackiepham475
    @jackiepham475 6 років тому +5

    This was so informative and easy to follow step by step! Because of you, I no longer have gym anxiety. Thank you!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Jacqueline P. Awh, glad to help in any way I can! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Annie-nl2dg
    @Annie-nl2dg 6 років тому +31

    This is so helpful for me personally. I’ve been avoiding doing all of these because I didn’t know how to use them! I was to nervous and embarrassed to ask.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +2

      Annie XxX Awh, don’t ever be embarrassed to ask! It’s always less embarrassing to ask than to try it and do it wrong. LoL Tbh. 😆 Glad this was of help! ❤️❤️

    • @Annie-nl2dg
      @Annie-nl2dg 6 років тому

      It really was thank you!

  • @HoneyGaming_
    @HoneyGaming_ 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this!!! I often skip the gym when I don’t have friends available to come along or skip doing machines I want to try just because I’m scared to look dumb. This really helped my confidence!!!

  • @tf5673
    @tf5673 6 років тому +8

    omg giiiirrrll you saved me this is the only video I've found so far to help me in the gym thank you for explaining this it helps a lot 👍🏾

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Tatyanna Fernandez Awh, yay! Glad I could be of help! ❤️❤️

    • @Nitukumari-xs8iy
      @Nitukumari-xs8iy 6 років тому

      Tatyanna Fernandez 7395075159

  • @ant9347
    @ant9347 2 роки тому +1

    You don't know how much you helped me
    I avoided gym because of fear

  • @sevenlyvintage4468
    @sevenlyvintage4468 6 років тому +52

    Yooo this video is SO helpful. I wish I had this video before I started going to a gym because I always felt so dumb my first time using the equipment 😂 I even avoided some machines because I didn’t know how to use them. Thank you!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Emilia Marie YES. That was the exact same for me! 😆 Glad this could be of help! ❤️🙏🏼😘

    • @001looker
      @001looker 6 років тому

      You should stop going to gym, it's bad for your health. Don't believe anyone that says it's good for you.

  • @g-gon8869
    @g-gon8869 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks a lot Naomi for showing how most of the equipments work, I almost ran out of the gym on my first day because i didn't know how to use the equipment,hopefully I'll use the equipments tommorow.

  • @jessy9148
    @jessy9148 2 роки тому +3

    I’m 40 yrs old and it’s my first time going to the gym . I’ve raised 6 kids and kept busy but now that my kids are grown I have time for me. This really helps me so much I really appreciate your videos. Can you please help me on how and what do I take before and after work outs ? .. I see so many people taking shakes or drinks . But I have no clue on pre work outs and stuff like that 🤷🏻‍♀️… I take multivitamins and eat healthy. I don’t want to build muscle I’m trying to loose weight and tone my body . If there is anything you recommend Please and thank you 🙏

    • @Boudicaisback
      @Boudicaisback 2 роки тому

      Take pre workout about 15 min before working out

  • @yellowjasmine2009
    @yellowjasmine2009 3 місяці тому

    omg I was looking for a video with all the detail about how to used each machine at the gym amazing you the best.

  • @asiamercado-lockman8360
    @asiamercado-lockman8360 6 років тому +4

    Thanks for the quality video. Very informative and helpful, love the detail. Helped me so much as a beginner in the gym.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Asia Mercado TYSM. ❤️❤️ Glad I could be of help. 😘

  • @gblikestosew
    @gblikestosew 6 років тому

    The fact that she SUGGESTED I subscribe is what got me. That was damn polite and now I'm subscribed.

  • @clearnights5867
    @clearnights5867 5 років тому +5

    Thank you so much for this video! I been doing crossfit workouts for 2 years, and decided to give Weight Training a try. For a whole week I was embarrassed to try the equipment looking completely lost, but this helped alot! 😝

  • @FCFD2025
    @FCFD2025 5 років тому

    Even though I have been going to gym for a while now, I still did not know how to use these equipment "properly", but now I do. Thanks, Naomi.

  • @adrianavizuet3144
    @adrianavizuet3144 6 років тому +118

    I'm watching this after eating a donut #regrets lol

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +11

      Artist Adriana LOL If I was there, I’d be eating donuts right along with u! 😂😂

    • @nonideleon5512
      @nonideleon5512 5 років тому +1

      Me too

    • @princeries98
      @princeries98 5 років тому +1

      I ate starbucks muffin and now I’m feeling guilty

  • @ravoress
    @ravoress 6 місяців тому

    This was very helpful. Thank you so much for takng the time to show us. Some of us get the general gist, but lack the confidence... but due to this I now kno what i am doing more confidently.

  • @kellyduncan4004
    @kellyduncan4004 6 років тому +262

    I already look dumb in the gym cause I'm a tiny 13 year old literally the other day some dude laughed at me and said I shouldn't be in here

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +291

      Kelly Duncan No worries, girl. He’s just mad that ur gonna have more gainz than him. U go there and do ur thing. No one can tell u that u don’t belong there. 🙅🏻‍♀️ Be confident in who u are and what ur goals are.

    • @kellyduncan4004
      @kellyduncan4004 6 років тому +34

      Naomi Kong 😂😂😂 thank you so much

    • @em5554
      @em5554 6 років тому +37

      Omg dude same here some dude went up to me to make fun of me asking me how much I could lift, I’m a small 5ft girl and I look younger than my age

    • @kellyduncan4004
      @kellyduncan4004 6 років тому +15

      kiki milo same I'm 13 and look like a 10 year old and I'm only 5'2

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +60

      kiki milo Shame on him. Don’t mind those people, just do u, baby. 👌🏼

  • @Eyrusalem1
    @Eyrusalem1 6 років тому +1

    This was such a great video! I know a lot of people that want to use different machines at the gym but don't because they don't know how they operate.

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      Eyrusalem1 Thank you! 💪🏼

  • @juliaswanson4609
    @juliaswanson4609 5 років тому +45

    I felt like I was watching a Disney video video (you know, the ones you watch before entering a ride lol)

    • @shanr7896
      @shanr7896 5 років тому +1

      julia swanson no cuz I’m poor

  • @sarag6792
    @sarag6792 2 роки тому

    Thank goodness, been searching for DAYS for a video like this, i dont want a plan or programme i just wanna see how the equipment is used 😭 (like you do here, tysm)

  • @nattieschobel9450
    @nattieschobel9450 4 роки тому +11

    Just an FYI everyone, people that are in the gym judging you aren’t there for the right reasons!

  • @zamanguninxumalo6014
    @zamanguninxumalo6014 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you thank you! Im feeling super confident right now! Heading to the gym. I will come and share how it went! 🥴😝

    • @zamanguninxumalo6014
      @zamanguninxumalo6014 2 роки тому +1

      I’m back!!!!! All i can say is 😊 thank you! I trained like a pro!

  • @pinkandchicXO
    @pinkandchicXO 6 років тому +6

    Thank you! This was extremely helpful!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому

      pinkandchicXO Of course! Always a pleasure. 💖

  • @chessastockton5645
    @chessastockton5645 Рік тому

    This is the best video on gym equipment I have seen. Thank you for the quick, clear how to

  • @measphoulla
    @measphoulla 6 років тому +4

    This video was very helpful! Tfs!

    • @naomikong
      @naomikong  6 років тому +1

      Phalla Awh, yay! ❤️❤️