In this episode of The Movement Hub, they discussed the importance of setting realistic fitness goals and the pitfalls of having overly ambitious expectations. They emphasize the need for new trainees to trust feedback from trusted individuals about their progress, break down large goals into smaller, manageable milestones, and avoid the all-or-nothing approach that often leads to burnout. They also discuss the varying rates of progress for beginners versus more experienced individuals, and the significance of lifestyle habits, proper rest, and individualized fitness plans. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or looking to refine your strategy, this episode offers practical advice and insights to help you achieve long-term success.

00:00 Trusting External Validation for Progress

01:06 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:16 Client Goals and Realistic Expectations

03:23 Breaking Down Big Goals into Manageable Steps

09:33 Challenges and Misconceptions in Weight Loss

15:12 The Importance of Building Foundations

21:37 The Importance of Non-Scale Victories

22:25 Trusting Feedback from Others

23:42 The Scale Debate: To Use or Not to Use

24:58 Transitioning to a Workout Lifestyle

25:46 Avoiding the All or Nothing Mentality

27:32 Finding the Right Workout Frequency

30:36 Setting Realistic Expectations

32:40 The Role of Trainers in Your Fitness Journey

37:12 The Newbie Gains Phenomenon

39:50 Encouraging Physical Activity Outside the Gym

42:03 Wrapping Up and Future Topics

FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:

YouTube Channel: The Movement Hub Podcast YouTube

Instagram: The Movement Hub Podcast

Linktree: The Movement Hub

Instagram: Josh

Instagram: Manny

Instagram: Hailey

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.