You’ve finally decided it’s time to workout. You’ve done your research, you’ve bought your gear, and now you are ready to hit the ground running. But when it comes to jumping into a new fitness program, you want to make sure you set yourself up for success.
Below we are going to discuss the most common pitfalls for starting a new fitness program and how to avoid them. Our goal at Fenix is to help you achieve long-term success and reach your fitness goals.
Pitfall Number One: Unrealistic Goals
When you decide it’s time to hit the ground running you need to establish a starting point and realistic goals that can be reached over time. Don’t set up yourself up for disappointment by setting goals that you can’t reach right away. Speaking with a coach is a great way to set achievable goals.
Pitfall Number Two: Losing Your Way
How do you not get lost? You ask someone who has been there. Health and fitness goals need to be set but need to be mapped out by someone who can help you get there. Just showing up at the gym isn’t going to get you there. You need to have everything in place from hydration to nutrition to a fitness program right for you. When it comes to taking a trip, make sure the person who has been there (the coach) is driving you.
Pitfall Number Three: Not Seeing Results Right Away
This is a common problem people run into. When they don’t real the results they want, they throw in the towel. But the truth is that results take time. Just like investing, fitness is a long-term game. The key to achieving your goals is patience and consistency.
Pitfall Number Four: Accountability
Having a community of people who know when you show up and when you don’t is going to help you reach your goals. Our goal at Fenix is to provide you with a group of people who are dedicated and want to see the other members succeed.
There you have it! The 4 most common pitfalls when starting a new fitness program and how to avoid them.
