Happy Friday !!

There are few things as exciting as a newbie at PIP eager to make a huge change in lifestyle and make up for lost time in their quest to get fit and healthy. Their passion is contagious. Their fear only causes the people around them to be more outspoken and encourage them. Transformations are one of the most fulfilling  aspects of being a coach. 

But in their excitement, many newbies make a common mistake – overtraining. The thinking goes “If 5 days in a row works good, then 7 must be better,” or “If 35 pounds challenges my muscles, then I’ll really get ripped if I  do 50!”  In other words, more is better and leads to faster results. The thing is, it's just not, and taken to the extreme can lead to getting HURT and MISSING workouts. As with most things in life, moderation and consistency in fitness are the keys to success. 

For example, consider medication.  If 200 milligrams of Advil takes away your headache, you do not need to take 1000 milligrams.  It will not make your headache go away any more effectively, because 200 milligrams will make it disappear completely!  Taking 1000 milligrams is not only wasted effort, but it could have dangerous effect on your health. 

It is important to realize that over training can lead to injury and burnout.  Pushing your body beyond what it  can effectively handle will usually result in a strain or muscle tear.  

Likewise, for those just starting, if you blast out of the gate at top speed with an intensity that you can’t possibly sustain, you will burn out and likely give up. Practice moderation and consistency.
Remember, what you do every day is more important than what you do every once in a while. Your effort will pay off. You will become stronger, more fit, and others will begin to notice.

Take care of your body and your mind by practicing a minimalist mentality. Do what is necessary to get you to your goal, one step at a time.  Better yet, work with a certified coaching professional to customize a program  to fit your needs. 

Thank You For Reading, 

Donta Finney 
ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer 
ISSA Specialist In Sports Nutrition 
6th Dan Kar-Do-Jitsu Ryu

SN: If you do not have a place to train or maybe you are confused on what to do when you get there, I offer virtual training. Train from anywhere and have a set of experienced eyes on you.  Maintain fantastic form and a fat burning pace with a coach. Let's #Getit!!

What you do every day is 
more important than what 
you do every once in a while.