The time you spend working on yourself both physically and mentally in the gym is precious. We want you to get after your goals and start feeling that feeling of accomplishment and progress that comes along with seeing your arms grow or that weight on the scale drop.
So are you ready to get after those new gym goals? Well so are we! So avoiding these top five mistakes are going to help you get there quicker, more efficiently, and trust us when we say, much more enjoyably.
- Overtraining
One of the biggest, if not the biggest reason people give up on their goals and drop out of the gym is simply doing too much, too soon. There are so many programs and so many different ways to attack your goals in the gym, but overdoing it can lead to injury and definitely burnout. Be sure to give your body the necessary food, recovery, and most importantly sleep in order to maximize your performance.
2. Undertraining
If overtraining is the biggest reason people drop out, then simply under training is the second. Even though you may have not exercised in years, or have a hectic schedule, simply not getting enough volume within your workouts can be detrimental as well. In order for muscle to grow, a stimulus must be put in to place to force them to grow. To lose fat, you must give your metabolism a reason to burn calories rather than store them. When picking your programming, strive for that perfect balance of volume and rest. And remember, this is a fine science that will take trial and error, so take a look at our various programs and see what works for you personally!
3. Not Switching it up enough
Make sure you’re having fun in your workouts! Modify exercises, change the sets and reps, and make sure your muscles are getting the variety they need in order to strengthen and grow. Take your training outside, join in with local sports, do what you can to make sure that you keep things fresh.
4. Expecting results too quickly
Fitness and health is just as much a mind-game as it is physical. When you start working out and eating properly you start to feel better and your mood improves drastically. Your body on the other hand take weeks and months to make the changes you want. Don’t sweat. Take your time, and allow the process to do what it is designed to do.
5. Comparing yourself to others
For me, this is one of the hardest pitfalls for any new gym-goer to avoid. We all know that feeling when you are working hard and following your program, and suddenly the person next to you is your in your ideal situation, making it look effortless. Don’t sweat. The beauty of the this kind of lifestyle is simply progress. Take pictures of your progress and reward yourself with various milestones to make sure you keep a positive and healthy attitude.
So there you have it! Avoid these tips and you will survive the first weeks, months, and eventually years into your journey. Comment, reply, or contact us directly and let us know how these helped you.
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