Getting fit is big business. There are tons of books, videos, guides and websites that all promise to show you the real way to finally get into shape. The truth is that almost every one of can work to some degree. However, not all body building techniques will work for all people. So, if you have tried other programs in the past, don't give up. It's not your fault that you couldn't make them work for you. It simply means that they weren't developed for people like you. The good news is that there are plans out there for virtually everyone, it's just a matter of finding the right one.
In the meantime, however, you shouldn't use your search for the "perfect plan" as an excuse to not get into shape. To be blunt, that would be foolish. You need to take responsibility for your own health, and that includes your physical fitness. Okay, I know you didn't come here for a lecture, and that's not my intent. It's just another way of saying that it won't always be easy, and you will sometimes need motivation to continue following the body building techniques you decide to use.
Assuming you have tried other fitness plans, only to eventually stop following them, you know how hard it can be to stick with them. But why is that? As mentioned earlier, it's not your fault, the plan just wasn't right for you. The other reason you most likely didn't stick with it is that you didn't have enough motivation. Let's face it, exercise isn't always the most fun thing to do. One solution is to get a personal trainer.
A lot of people balk at that idea because they think personal trainers are too expensive, or that only celebrities use them. The truth is that there a plenty of affordable trainers available. The benefit of having a trainer is that you will have somebody that can figure out what the best body building techniques are for you, specifically. They will assess your current state of health, and your abilities, then they will take that information and use it to help you reach your goals.
Unfortunately, not everybody has access to a personal trainer in their area. No need to worry, though. You can always go to your local gym and talk to somebody about your fitness goals. They should be able to tell you which exercises and body building techniques are best for you. Then they can show you which equipment to use, and which muscles they target. While this won't give you the same one-on-one attention that you would get from a trainer, it will be enough to get you on the right track.
Finally, there is one thing that will make the difference between failure and success: taking consistent action. You can follow the best body building techniques, but if you only do them a few times and then try the "next greatest thing", then you won't get to where you want to be. On the other hand, if you stick with it, and do so on a regular basis, then you'll be surprised at just how quickly you can reach your fitness goals.