Going to the gym for the first time is always a little exciting. To avoid some of the common mistakes and get it right, there are a few things to consider.
1. I will go to the gym - I will lose weight
Of course, sport is very important in losing weight, but without changing your eating habits, it will be quite difficult to get a slender body. Therefore, in order to guarantee weight loss, in addition to regular fitness activities, you should pay attention to your diet.
2. Why do I need a coach? I can handle it myself
If it seems to you that a workout plan is not necessary for the productivity of classes, then this is not so - chaotic walking from one simulator to another, most likely, will not bring the desired result. If the services of a personal trainer are too expensive for you, you can turn to the on-duty instructor for help, who will give tips for the first time and show how a particular simulator works.
3. Warming up takes a lot of time - I can do without it
Warm-up and stretching exercises are important parts of your workout. Neglecting them can provoke subsequent muscle pain and even injury. Before starting the main part of your workout, be sure to work out on a treadmill or stationary bike for at least 10 minutes to “warm up”. The final step will be doing a couple of stretching exercises.
4. The more time in the gym, the better
You shouldn't go to the gym every day, it is better to do it no more than 3-4 times a week so that your muscles can get a break. The duration of a workout is also not always an indicator of its effectiveness. Take, for example, interval training, which is very intense over a short period of time.
5. All attention to problem areas
Many girls usually single out one or several "problem areas" of their body and try to build a workout around them, forgetting about everything else. It is best to start with general strengthening exercises that will help tighten your overall figure, and then direct your close attention to your hips, legs, or buttocks.
6. Monitor your breathing? Why is that ?
A common mistake many beginners make is shortness of breath when running or exercising on cardiovascular equipment. To prevent this from happening, put up a feasible load, in which you do not have to choke. Try to breathe through your nose or do not open your mouth at least while inhaling. When doing strength exercises, always exhale with effort.
7. I will practice on an empty stomach
There is a certain reason for this - a hearty meal 15 minutes before visiting the gym will give you a lot of unpleasant sensations during classes. However, you cannot come to training completely hungry either. The ideal option is to eat any dish with complex carbohydrates (pasta, whole grains, baked potatoes) in an hour and a half, but without proteins - they take too long to digest. If you still don't have time to eat, you can have a banana snack shortly before training.
