I am going to let you in on the secrets to physical fitness in the shortest possible time frame. There are three simple things one needs to get fit: 1) put in the effort, 2) be consistent, and 3) repeat. That’s it.
There are no short-cuts to being fit. There are no tricks. There are no magic pills (i.e., supplements) or secret training tips. The truth is that getting fit is hard. One has to consistently put in the effort and be disciplined.
It is true that some efforts may be more effective than others. While there is little truth to the extremely short workouts that are a favorite of the “fitness gurus”, there is no need to spend hours at the gym. Training just needs to be smart and well-planned. And the best plans are only as effective as the effort one puts in to doing them.
Results require patience. Muscle growth, fat loss, improved cardiorespiratory function, etc. take time.
Results require effective training. Remember, “opportunity costs”. Any efforts contrary to one’s goals will slow progress. Train specific to the goal(s). Overload the system effectively and allow for recovery (in other words manage maintenance volumes, minimal effective volumes, and maximum recoverable volumes effectively). Eat to train—not train to eat (that is, maintain a healthy diet and don’t exercise to try and counter a poor diet).
Effective exercise begins with a goal, requires a plan, and depends on persistent and consistent effort. No secrets. No short-cuts.
Be your best today; be better tomorrow.
Carpe momento!