10 Common Beginner Fitness Mistakes
Are you just starting out on your personal fitness journey? If so, congratulations! You are embarking on a personal transformation that will bring about many benefits. However, there are certain mistakes that beginners often make in their training program which can lead to failure and frustration.
We've compiled the 10 most common beginner fitness mistakes below so you can avoid them and start seeing progress right away!
MISTAKE #1: Not tracking your progress. Most beginners are excited about getting started on their new program, but they often forget to take the time and effort to actually track their progress week after week. This is a critical step, as you need to be able to see what is working and what isn't in order to make adjustments.
MISTAKE #2: Not lifting weights. A lot of beginners think that they can just do cardio and lose weight without lifting any weights. This could not be further from the truth! Lifting weights is an essential part of any weight loss program, as it helps to burn more calories and tone your body.
MISTAKE #3: Training too hard. A lot of beginners make the mistake of trying to do too much, too soon. This can lead to overtraining, fatigue and injury. Start with a basic program and gradually build up the intensity while learning to listen to your body.
MISTAKE #4: Not resting enough between workouts. As a beginner, you should be taking it easy and giving yourself plenty of time for rest in order to recover properly from one workout before starting another.
MISTAKE #5: Poor nutritional choices. You can't out-train a bad diet, and if you want to lose weight and tone your body properly then you must be in a calorie deficit (eating fewer calories than your body burns). However, this does not mean that you should go hungry! If you aren't getting the results you want, then take a look at your diet and make some adjustments.
MISTAKE #6: You are not eating enough protein. Protein is an essential part of any fitness program, as it helps to build and repair muscle tissue after a workout. It can also help you feel fuller for longer so that you don't get cravings or hunger pangs throughout the day.
MISTAKE #7: You aren't challenging yourself enough. As a beginner, you should be gradually increasing the intensity and difficulty of your workouts as you get stronger. If you find that you can easily complete a workout with no challenge, then it's time to increase the weight or add in another set.
MISTAKE #8: Poor sleeping habits. Lack of sleep can lead to a number of problems, including hormonal imbalances and fatigue which can lead to food cravings and poor workout sessions. In order to get the most out of your workouts and see results faster you need to be sleeping for at least seven hours per night!
MISTAKE #9: You are not having fun! Fitness is supposed to be a positive experience that brings you joy, so if you aren't enjoying what you're doing then it's time for a change. Try out new workouts and try different personal trainers until you find something that excites and motivates you.
MISTAKE #10: You don't have a personal trainer. When you're just starting your fitness journey, it's important to get expert guidance and support from someone who knows what they are doing (like our personal trainers at Movement Dynamics).
They can help to make sure that you avoid these common beginner mistakes, so talk with us today!
