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Simple Steps for Starting a New Workout Program: Avoid Mistakes That Most Newbs Make
The hardest part of starting a new exercise routine is sticking with it. I am going to show you how to stick with it no matter your training objectives. I don't like to waste time, so I try to write these articles with as few words as possible. This allows you to read it quickly, and allows me to get to the point and cut out the fat. If you want to start a new exercise, fitness, or other type of routine, here is what you need to do.
Show up:
Sounds easy enough, but the truth is, showing up can be the hardest part of any training program. This is why you have to make it part of your daily routine. When your training becomes part of your daily routine, you will feel as if you are actually screwing up when you miss a workout. So you need to show up! But when you show up, don't make another mistake I see people make by doing too much. Seriously, for the first 4 weeks, show up, do something easy like ride a stationary bike for 5 minutes and leave. Don't DO anything else! This is very important, our goal is to get you into the routine of just showing up.
Go Slow:
After the fourth week of showing up, celebrate. You have just lasted far longer than the average individual, but don't suddenly jump into a full routine. Once again, it's time to add to our routine, something easy. Since you will be engaging in a life long commitment to to a healthy life style, there is really no reason to rush. The results will come in, but they can only continue to come in when you continue to train. Our goal is a life long commitment to training. So the next thing you want to do is take it slow. What I mean by taking it slow is to only add one exercise and stick with it for at least 4 weeks. So you come in, jump on the bike for 5 to 10 minutes, and then hit one exercise. Perform three sets of whatever rep range you are working (beginners usually use about 8 to 15 reps). I would choose compound exercises such as Squats, Bench Press, and Deadlifts for these exercises.
Slowly Add More:
Now if you have lasted 8 weeks, you are on a roll. The chances of you stopping now are very low as you have developed a routine. I would now add in a new exercise to your routine, and perform this new exercise for another 3 sets of the same rep range. I would also add some light cardio after your workout is over too. Continue to add another exercise ever 4 weeks until you are hitting all your target training muscles. Once you reach this stage of the game, you are now on your way to a lifelong fitness lifestyle.
So there you have it, you can start a new training program and stick with it by following these simple steps. If you would like me to add more info, feel free to join up and add your comments to this blog entry, or join our forums and feel free to post.
Show up:
Sounds easy enough, but the truth is, showing up can be the hardest part of any training program. This is why you have to make it part of your daily routine. When your training becomes part of your daily routine, you will feel as if you are actually screwing up when you miss a workout. So you need to show up! But when you show up, don't make another mistake I see people make by doing too much. Seriously, for the first 4 weeks, show up, do something easy like ride a stationary bike for 5 minutes and leave. Don't DO anything else! This is very important, our goal is to get you into the routine of just showing up.
Go Slow:
After the fourth week of showing up, celebrate. You have just lasted far longer than the average individual, but don't suddenly jump into a full routine. Once again, it's time to add to our routine, something easy. Since you will be engaging in a life long commitment to to a healthy life style, there is really no reason to rush. The results will come in, but they can only continue to come in when you continue to train. Our goal is a life long commitment to training. So the next thing you want to do is take it slow. What I mean by taking it slow is to only add one exercise and stick with it for at least 4 weeks. So you come in, jump on the bike for 5 to 10 minutes, and then hit one exercise. Perform three sets of whatever rep range you are working (beginners usually use about 8 to 15 reps). I would choose compound exercises such as Squats, Bench Press, and Deadlifts for these exercises.
Slowly Add More:
Now if you have lasted 8 weeks, you are on a roll. The chances of you stopping now are very low as you have developed a routine. I would now add in a new exercise to your routine, and perform this new exercise for another 3 sets of the same rep range. I would also add some light cardio after your workout is over too. Continue to add another exercise ever 4 weeks until you are hitting all your target training muscles. Once you reach this stage of the game, you are now on your way to a lifelong fitness lifestyle.
So there you have it, you can start a new training program and stick with it by following these simple steps. If you would like me to add more info, feel free to join up and add your comments to this blog entry, or join our forums and feel free to post.
