I have not been hitting gyms regularly, for a bunch of reasons, but now I am back. And one thing is terribly clear: YOU REALLY DO NEED A REGULAR GYM and you need to USE IT. Doing strength training with a trainer rather than alone is so different. I have been at this a while and know some stuff. But a trainer is just plain different. And better. If he or she is good. Mine (at 24 Hour Fitness in New York) is terrific C