Body maps

Anyone walking into a state-of-the-art fitness centre for the first time is usually struck by the array of shiny - and, possibly intimidating - equipment, designed to give you the strong, healthy body you desire in the shortest time possible.

Then, there are the vast number of exercises, coupled with advice from the media, fitness experts, your friends and even the fitness centre itself. Add all this up and it's easy to see why many new - or born-again - exercisers might feel overwhelmed and potentially deflated by their initial experience at a fitness club.

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