Common Heart Rate Monitor and Training Mistakes [Part 2]

This is the continuation to the first part of the common mistakes that we do in the gym or when we are training. We all have made these mistakes one time or another but the secret is to know that you have made them and will not follow the same path again. Remember, your fitness or weight loss goals are at stake here.

So to brush up on the previous articles, we learnt that, Not Setting Out a Clear Goal was mistake number one and Not Knowing Factors the Affect Heart Rate and Not Analysing your Heart Rate and Training Data were the other mistakes. Here are three others that could really hamper your workout goals.

Training Mistake #4: Training without a Proper Diet Plan

How many of us train hard everyday and still not watch the foods that we eat? I know I have been guilty of this so many times. This is especially important for those who are doing weight training exercises. It does not mean that because you are training, you can continue to eat anything you want. I know of guys who hit the gym for 2 hours than head off to the nearest fast food joint to pick up the big meals with so many extras. I can tell you one thing; they have not progressed much in their goals. It is like taking 2 steps forward and 5 backwards.

Training Mistake #5: Doing the Same Workouts Day In and Day Out

This is more of a training problem. Doing the same workouts everyday like running 5k’s everyday on the same route can get really boring. Doing the same weight training exercises in the gym all the time is another example. It is important that you change your training habits so that they do not become monotonous. For example if you run on Monday, try a swim or cycle on Tuesday or the next day you workout. All these little things in the long run help to keep you motivated. Have your heart rate monitor on hand to always monitor your progress and show you where improvements can be made.

Training Mistake #6: Focussing on Quantity and not Quality

Many times we train out of habit and it’s like an auto-pilot mode is switched on. I have observed people jumping from one machine to another and rolling through as many workout machines as they can without really working out. If you are doing this than 6 months down the line, you will notice that your progress is almost little to none which can really put you off training. Engage in a fitness instructor at you gym to help you

Training Mistake #7: Getting Enough Sleep

Number 7 is not a mistake but more like advice. It is VERY important that you rest and sleep at the right times. With enough rest, you will notice that your body tends to recover faster and you feel more rejuvenated when training.

These are the 7 mistakes that people training everywhere face so do not fall into these traps because your fitness and training goals are on the line. If you eliminated them, I can assure you that you will see results happening. Remember, choose a heart rate monitor that will help you along and help you to see where progress is made.