What you need to know if you’re about to start working out

What do you need to know about working out when you are just starting. Meet with the basics of bodybuilding The 7 things you need to know before beginning your bodybuilding lifestyle!!

1. Expectations 
You need to know that anyone can change , but this requires alot of time, dedication and consistency. Nothing will happend for a week, or a month for that matter. You can expect visible changes in your body after at least 6 months of hard working out and proper nutrition. The most common mistake wich beginners make is starting the run for the body of their dreams , and they want it fast…they want it really fast!…this , is a big mistake, wich can lead to injury or overtraining, wich will actually hinder your progress thus what you are doing will be exactly the opposite of ‘fast’ . just take it 1 month at a time.

2. Consistency
As you know , to reach anything in any point of life you need to be consistent. If you stop – all the work and effort you have put into your goal will go to hell.

3. Cardio
You MUST have cardio workouts included into your training regime/program. If you think that only 60 minutes of weightlifting will do it – you are wrong. (that is if you want to lean out and get a 6 pack). Cardio workouts will help you cut down your bodyfat, that will help you show your new muscle gains , wich were achieved by lifting weights and proper nutrition. Everything is chained , and you musn’t miss the one or the other.

4. During workout
Its EXTREMELY important to have focuss during your workout. Be really focused into everything, do the exercises right and use GOOD form. Bad form is acceptable only at the end of your set when you just want to squeeze out 1 or 2 more reps.

5. REST
Resting is the period in wich the muscles recooperate and grow. A good rest is considered taking at least 8 hours of sleep at night, and your protein intake being twice your bodyweight in grams. Wich means if you are 70 kilograms, your protein intake should be around 130-140 grams. But as with everything, protein intake for everybody is different. Some people have had big muscle gains with relatively low protein existence in their diets, while some others go by the traditional 1.5-2 grams per kilo of bodyweight. Its up to you. Experiment!

6. Eating 
To get a fit and muscular body, eating is critical and mistakes can cost you alot. The muscles need protein, wich rebuilds them after you’ve tore down those muscle fibers at the gym, carbs wich provide your body with energy, and fats wich regulate your body temperature , storing energy, keeping your skin healthy etc.

7. Water 
Water is extremely important. Drink it all the time. Before/after and during your workout! As we know, water makes up to 70% of our body, so you can imagine how important it is to you. It is also proven that dehydrated muscles loose up to 20% of their strenght and durability. I think those are the basics of bodybuilding wich every beginner should know, before beginning their new…STRONG lifestyle!