Chase health and aesthetics will follow

 

Are you a beginner to lifting weights?

Say less than one year training regularly.

Focus on getting strong. The time you spend in this mindset will set you up for success, and longevity later. This does not mean sacrificing lifting technique for heavy weights, on the contrary you should work on strengthening your deep lying supportive muscles. The muscles that provide stability and support to the spine, pelvis, and other joints. Work on muscle imbalances by trying your best to correct issues you might have in your back or shoulders. Take your time slowly and progressively overloading each area. Strengthening your body will not only make you feel great but will also improve your overall health and well-being.  Chase health and the aesthetics will follow. Save the burpees and jumping lunges for later.

Remember, the

4 of the worst ways to judge your workout are,

1.     Soreness: you should feel very little soreness.

2.     Sweat: Some of the best workouts don’t make you sweat.

3.     How hard it was: Hard is easy to produce.

4.     How exhausted you should feel afterwards: You should feel better and not worse after a workouts.

Short effective workouts is all us regular folk need. You want to do as little as possible to gain the most from your workouts, and not the other way. Training smart while slowly challenging yourself is a way better approach. You do not need to train like an Instagram “fitness influencer”.

Focus on the basics. Lifting stuff off the floor, pushing weight away and pulling weight in towards yourself. Train in all different directions and angles. Get good at doing this and set the groundwork and foundation for your future success and health. 

Don’t be afraid to get help from a professional. A good trainer will not only show you safe and effective technique, but they will also plan your workouts to maximize your efforts.

Just remember all good trainers want you to fire them, eventually.

George Georgiades | Coach & Trainer

 

 

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