The 3 mistakes every fitness beginner makes (and what to do instead)
I've helped dozens of people go from "I don't know where to start" to consistently hitting the gym 4x a week. Here are the 3 biggest mistakes I see beginners make:
1. Going too hard on day one. You don't need to destroy yourself in your first session. Start with 3 days a week, 30-40 minutes. Build the habit before you build the intensity. Consistency beats intensity every single time.
2. Ignoring nutrition. You can't outrun a bad diet. You don't need a complicated meal plan — start by eating enough protein (aim for 1.6g per kg of bodyweight) and drinking more water. That alone will change how you feel within a week.
3. Program hopping. Pick ONE plan and follow it for at least 8 weeks before switching. Your body needs time to adapt. The best program is the one you actually stick to.
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