3 Things to Remember When Getting Started at the Gym (Especially If You Feel Overwhelmed)

Getting started in your new fitness regime is equally exciting and daunting. Motivation is high with new steps being taken, but we’re typically not sure where to turn. And most people struggle because they're overwhelmed.

They think they need the perfect plan.

You don't.

You need one decision. One workout. One rep.

Here are 3 tips to remember:

1) Something is better than nothing

You will have a lot of information accessible to you. Keep it simple and don’t over analyze everything. Start with walks outside, one new nutritional habit, one workout you found or start with one session with a trainer.

I once had a client who started with one 30-minute workouts per week. Eventually they were lifting 2-3 times per week and feeling more confident than they had in years. I also have a client who is committed to 10 minutes of yoga first thing in the morning, most (not all) days of the week.

The small start makes everything else possible.

2) Determine goals, monitor progress

Goal setting is commonly, poorly defined. Really hone into what you want. Weight loss? Cool. How much, by when and why? Strength? Cool. How much, by when and why? More muscle.. confidence.. or energy? Cool. How much, by when and why?

Instead of saying, "I want to get in shape", try breaking your goal into 3 parts:

• Outcome goal: lose 15 pounds

• Performance goal: squat your bodyweight

• Consistency goal: train twice per week for 8 weeks

When you define your goals this way, your building more of a road map. And once you’re clear on your goals, make sure you track the necessary information for your goals to showcase progress over time.

3) Try something new

You never know what you will enjoy or feel empowered by. Try a new class, a new exercise modality or a new style of working out. If you don’t like it, you don’t have to do it again.

Here's the truth some people don'r say:

You probably won't feel confident at first.

Confidence doesn't come before you start. It comes after.

Every session builds proff that you're capable .

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