Fitness Information Q&A

Question: with so much available fitness information out there, how do I know what to listen to? And what program should I follow?

Answer: YouTube. Men’s Health. Fill-in-the-fitness business. There’s an endless supply of content out there, no doubt! And it seems that everybody is an expert. Here’s my quick two cents:

First, and most importantly, define your goal! It may sound like a generic answer, but it’s incredibly important. Do you want to improve strength? Do you want to increase muscle size? Do you want to lose weight? Do you want to compete in a race? Are there some parallels with these goals? Sure. But they’re each distinct and require specific programming.

Second, find a program geared toward your goal AND STICK WITH IT. Don’t start and stop programs just because you haven’t seen the results you had hoped for after a couple months. The body doesn’t magically transform overnight; it takes time. A lot of time — and a lot of perseverance and dedication. So see your program to the end. Once complete, then consider changing routines if you’re not happy.

I can hear a follow-up question to the above statement: but who should I follow, or what program is trustworthy? That’s tough! With all the “experts” out there, I would go with someone having a track record. What does the person’s resume look like? Any person can enter this industry, but the good ones stand the test of time. Those who are around for the long haul are there for a reason. So consider that.

Finally — and this is more so to further drive home the second point — give the program a real shot! Starting, stopping, and beginning again does little good. By not adhering to and following through with your routine, you’re destined to fail. Even the best program in the world will fail if you don’t #dowork! So get up, take action, and keep chopping wood.

Hopefully that helps