Starting to train at the gym is a big decision. But many men, excited by the prospect of seeing quick results, make mistakes that hinder progress and even cause injuries. The good news is that by understanding these pitfalls, you can avoid them and progress more safely and effectively.

1️⃣ Train only the muscles “that you can see”

The classic: chest and biceps every day.

• This leads to imbalances, back pain, and an unbalanced appearance.
  ✅ How to avoid itIt always includes legs, back, and shoulders. A strong body is a balanced body.

2️⃣ Not taking care of the technique

Lifting more weight than you can handle doesn't make you progress faster... but it does increase the risk of injury.
✅ How to avoid itStart with moderate weights, master the technique, and then gradually progress to heavier loads.

3️⃣ Doing too much cardio (or no cardio at all)

• Lots of cardio → loss of muscle mass.
• No cardio → lack of endurance and cardiovascular health.
  ✅ How to avoid itCombine your strength training with 2–3 weekly sessions of moderate cardio.

4️⃣ Neglecting nutrition and rest

Muscle growth doesn't just happen in the gym.

• Sleeping too little or eating poorly will slow your progress.
  ✅ How to avoid itSleep 7–8 hours and follow a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats.

5️⃣ Not having a structured plan

Training "whatever comes up" every day only leads to frustration.
✅ How to avoid itFollow a plan designed for you, with clear objectives, progressions, and results monitoring.

🔎 Conclusion

The gym isn't about spending more hours there, but about training intelligently, with technique and consistency. Avoiding these mistakes is key to seeing real changes in your physique and your health.

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