Some people, due to a lack of understanding of the nature of exercise, their own physiological stage, and safe exercise, or due to incorrect understanding of exercise, persist in incorrect exercise habits and movements for a long time, making it difficult to achieve the expected results. Even if there are some positive changes, they can cause damage to other aspects of the body.
Misconceptions about Fitness
Misconception 1: Starting exercise with a large volume and high intensity.
Suddenly engaging in a large amount of exercise makes it difficult for the body to adapt, leading to severe fatigue, body soreness, or triggering old illnesses. It can also cause tendon and muscle strains, making it difficult to maintain long-term exercise. The correct exercise method is to start with small amounts of exercise, small amplitudes, and simple movements, allowing the body to go through an adaptation process, also known as the fatigue period, which lasts for about two weeks. Then gradually increase the exercise volume, increase the intensity, and gradually progress from easy to difficult movements.
Misconception 2: When doing strength training for the first time, thinking that you have to use every piece of equipment for it to count as exercise.
In fact, there is no need to use every piece of equipment every time you work out. Doing so not only takes up a lot of time but also, due to the sudden increase in volume and intensity, can cause overall body soreness, making it difficult to sustain regular exercise. The correct method is to consult a fitness instructor or develop a personalized exercise plan based on your own situation, gradually and systematically achieving your fitness goals.
