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First Day at the Gym? Don’t Go Before You Know These 3 Crucial Tips!
“Step into the gym with confidence — here’s what every beginner needs to know to avoid rookie mistakes and start strong
Even though going to the gym has become extremely common, which is why we see more and more children going, something I am happy about, I decided it was time to write an article for those who have not been to the gym but would like to go.
So, in this article, I’m going to talk about three extremely important things to do on your first day at the gym or if you’re returning after a long break.
First of all, when you enter the gym for the first time or return after a long break, don’t forget to warm up all your muscle groups. Just today, I saw a lot of people who entered the gym and after 2–3 minutes started lifting dumbbells or even heavy weights.
In my opinion, the warm-up should last at least 15 minutes, during which time you warm up all your muscle groups, but especially those you are going to work on. This way, you will avoid unwanted injuries.
The second thing to keep in mind if you are new to the gym is not to start with a program that trains only one muscle group. Considering that you have never been to the gym or are…
