Far to often I see people rushing towards the finish line. Fitness and health is a lifestyle choice and one that we should all be moving towards. Who wouldn't want more energy, better sleep, to live longer and have a toned figure.
People there is no rush. Training as hard as you can every session 7 days a week will not only have you see great changes at first but injuries and a plateau to follow.
A balanced fitness program through healthy sustainable eating is essential. Exercising safely will ensure you are not halted by future injuries. Start with stabilizers and only progress into overhead and more complex exercises such as cleans, snatches when the lower back, core and shoulders can be effectively stabilized.
Currently I stick to a healthy eating plan high in protein and good fats. I complete a total body resistance session of 1hr 2-3 x per week. No cardio is performed and there's a reason for it. You simply don't need to!
Cardio breaks down muscle therefore slowing ones metabolism. Weight loss as a result of cardio consists of fat loss, muscle loss and decrease in bone density. Performing only cardio will have you feeling flabby and unable to loose that last 5 kgs. Sound familiar girls ;)
Sorry back to the topic of overtraining and technique... Trainers should know better and whether it be one on one or group classes everyones current ability needs to be quickly accessed and exercises therefore tailored on the spot. Use of overhead exercises in group training is potentially very dangerous to clients unless they know and can maintain correct technique.
Use this advice and don't fall victim to lack of knowledge or carless trainers. Always question your trainer if your not sure or feel pain. This is not normal! They should be happy you asked and have the knowledge to answer it. . .
