THINGS I WISH I DIDNT BELIEVE AS A GYM BEGINNER 🏋🏽♀️
i wish i had someone to guide me through my beginning stages in the gym. these are genuine things i believed in so please learn from my mistakes!😅🫶🏽
🥗 - my eating habits: i thought the only way 16 year old me could lose weight, build muscle, get faster, etc was by only eating salads. that’s how the media portrayed health to me so i followed suit. i was no where even close to hitting my protein intake which wouldve helped me lose that weight, get those abs, whatever! my friends, please eat. please enjoy that sandwich, please eat that calzone.
😴 - rest days: i never took a rest day… for two years straight. (maybe a sick day here & there but that was two years ago my memory is not that sharp!) i genuinely believed i would hit my goals if i was constantly working out! i never let my body rest & heal to grow those muscles. please please please take your rest days !!
🎯 - target fat loss: i absolutely HATE all the videos online that told me i could target my fat loss. unfortunately, we cannot target where we lose fat. i spent hours trying the newest ab workout trend to “lose your lower belly”. the only way to lose fat is in a caloric deficit. ways you can go further into a calorie deficit is to exercise like strength training, cardio, pilates, yoga, cycling, etc.
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Starting a gym journey can be overwhelming, especially with the barrage of advice available online. Many beginners often hold onto fitness misconceptions that can hinder progress. For instance, the belief that strict diets with minimal food choices, like only eating salads, are essential for weight loss is misleading. Instead, a balanced diet with adequate protein is critical for muscle building and recovery. Furthermore, rest days are crucial for progress. Overworking your body can lead to injuries and counterproductive results. Allowing muscles time to recover is just as important as the workouts themselves. Also, targeting fat loss in specific areas is a pervasive myth; true fat loss requires a holistic approach including maintaining a caloric deficit and regular exercise. Engaging in diverse activities such as strength training, cardio, or yoga can enhance your journey. Embrace these insights to create a well-rounded fitness routine that fosters healthy progress while taking care of your body.