Summary:

 

Everybody was a beginner at one point in their fitness journey but I want you to get your ass in the gym and do the movements right the first time–without injury! You don’t need to be a pro before you start, you just need to start. I’m covering 10 mistakes newbies make, how to let go of the calorie-burn obsession, why strength training over cardio is always a good idea and much more! 

 

Key Takeaways:

 

(00:53) - #1 mistake newbies make before they ever step foot in the gym

(03:06) - The problem with too much variety in your workouts

(08:06) - What to expect when you start a 6-week training program

(09:46) - Why you shouldn’t base your workouts on the calorie burn 

(12:59) - Strength training vs. cardio

(15:04) - Other ways to track your progress without the scale! 

(18:30) - Lower your expectations, bestie!

(19:07) - The reason some women are bulky

(19:53) - You’re not training hard enough

(20:32) - Mind-to-muscle connection is a thing!!

(23:31) - Prioritize this before you add weight

(25:30) - The order of your exercises matter

 

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Check out Episode 279: Cardio vs. Strength Training for Women Over 40

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