Too Heavy Weights

You may be impatient to increase the weight you’re lifting, but heavy weights can injure you and that’s not a way to get stronger. Challenging yourself is good, but make sure to do it gradually. As you get stronger you’ll be able to lift heavier weights and improve over time.

Not Perfecting Movements

Proper movements are more important than adding weight, so always be sure you’ve mastered the move before adding weight to exercises like squats or lunges. It may be difficult to do this on your own so getting a trainer to help you at first is a good idea.

Not Focusing on the Workout

When you’re doing hundreds of repetitions it’s easy to let something distract your brain, but this is a common trap that will make you break form and technique, which can quickly lead to injuries. Focus on your movements to make sure you’re doing them properly.

The post Avoid These Strength Training Mistakes appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Not Pushing Your Limits

If your workouts are too easy and you’re not pushing yourself hard, chances are that you’re not going to see the results. To make your workouts more intense and effective, make sure to use heavier weights, do more reps, or decrease rest periods.

Post-Workout Protein Boost

We often hear that eating a protein-rich meal after a workout is great for recovering and toning muscles. However, keep in mind that loading up on protein after a workout or taking protein supplements could actually work against you if you’re trying to lose weight. This is because some people tend to rely on them too much, and do less actual working out as a result.

Only Focusing On Cardio

Cardio is great for burning major calories and fat, but the truth is that our bodies get used to specific workout routines pretty fast. That’s why it’s best to balance your workouts and combine cardio with strength training to burn more calories and tone your body.

The post Exercise Mistakes That Can Prevent Weight Loss appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

A Box That’s Too High

Jumping on a box that’s too high for you won’t do you any good. On the contrary, you can end up with an injury. You’ll be landing the wrong way, doing a very low squat, and maybe even damaging your knees. Try with a box that is not too high until you’ve practiced a good landing.

Jump Down

Another huge box jump mistake you might be making is jumping back down to the floor. This is a hard exercise, and all you need to do is learn how to jump up and land on the box. Jumping back down can also lead to injuries.

Bad Knee Position

If your knees cave in when you’re up on the box, you’re not doing it right. Your knees should be shoulder-width apart, and not touching. Also, you shouldn’t be landing in a low squat.

The post Top Box Jump Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Bending Your Knees

Jumping jacks are one of the best exercises on the market, because they activate several muscle groups at the same time. Unfortunately, they won’t do anything for your glutes if you don’t maintain proper posture and end up bending your knees while doing them.

Simultaneous Movement

All the parts of your body should be in perfect harmony while you’re performing this move. Everything should be going out and coming in at the same time, in order to do this exercise properly.

Proper Support

Jumping jacks are a high-impact exercise and they can put a lot of stress on your feet if you don’t have proper support. Pick a pair of supportive shoes and only do them on flat and even surfaces that absorb shock.

Check out the video from the Howcast on how to do the proper jumping jack.

The post 3 Mistakes You’re Probably Making While Doing Jumping Jacks appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Too Much Squatting

Many newbies tend to squat while doing their swings, instead of deadlifting the kettlebell. You’re supposed to hinge at your hips while doing this exercise, instead of bending your hips and knees the way you usually do while squatting.

Rounding Your Spine

If you’re feeling back pain after doing kettlebell swings, it’s probably because your back is too rounded during this exercise. It’s very important to keep your spine straight unless you’re trying to get injured on purpose.

Arm Support

Kettlebell swings are supposed to build your hamstrings, glutes and lower back. You won’t accomplish this goal if you’re simply using your arms and shoulders to guide and control this piece of equipment.

The post Common Kettlebell Swing Mistakes Every Newbie is Making appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Too Heavy Weights

You may be impatient to increase the weight you’re lifting, but heavy weights can injure you and that’s not a way to get stronger. Challenging yourself is good, but make sure to do it gradually. As you get stronger you’ll be able to lift heavier weights and improve over time.

Not Perfecting Movements

Proper movements are more important than adding weight, so always be sure you’ve mastered the move before adding weight to exercises like squats or lunges. It may be difficult to do this on your own so getting a trainer to help you at first is a good idea.

Not Focusing on the Workout

When you’re doing hundreds of repetitions it’s easy to let something distract your brain, but this is a common trap that will make you break form and technique, which can quickly lead to injuries. Focus on your movements to make sure you’re doing them properly.

The post Avoid These Strength Training Mistakes appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Not Pushing Your Limits

If your workouts are too easy and you’re not pushing yourself hard, chances are that you’re not going to see the results. To make your workouts more intense and effective, make sure to use heavier weights, do more reps, or decrease rest periods.

Post-Workout Protein Boost

We often hear that eating a protein-rich meal after a workout is great for recovering and toning muscles. However, keep in mind that loading up on protein after a workout or taking protein supplements could actually work against you if you’re trying to lose weight. This is because some people tend to rely on them too much, and do less actual working out as a result.

Only Focusing On Cardio

Cardio is great for burning major calories and fat, but the truth is that our bodies get used to specific workout routines pretty fast. That’s why it’s best to balance your workouts and combine cardio with strength training to burn more calories and tone your body.

The post Exercise Mistakes That Can Prevent Weight Loss appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

A Box That’s Too High

Jumping on a box that’s too high for you won’t do you any good. On the contrary, you can end up with an injury. You’ll be landing the wrong way, doing a very low squat, and maybe even damaging your knees. Try with a box that is not too high until you’ve practiced a good landing.

Jump Down

Another huge box jump mistake you might be making is jumping back down to the floor. This is a hard exercise, and all you need to do is learn how to jump up and land on the box. Jumping back down can also lead to injuries.

Bad Knee Position

If your knees cave in when you’re up on the box, you’re not doing it right. Your knees should be shoulder-width apart, and not touching. Also, you shouldn’t be landing in a low squat.

The post Top Box Jump Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Bending Your Knees

Jumping jacks are one of the best exercises on the market, because they activate several muscle groups at the same time. Unfortunately, they won’t do anything for your glutes if you don’t maintain proper posture and end up bending your knees while doing them.

Simultaneous Movement

All the parts of your body should be in perfect harmony while you’re performing this move. Everything should be going out and coming in at the same time, in order to do this exercise properly.

Proper Support

Jumping jacks are a high-impact exercise and they can put a lot of stress on your feet if you don’t have proper support. Pick a pair of supportive shoes and only do them on flat and even surfaces that absorb shock.

Check out the video from the Howcast on how to do the proper jumping jack.

The post 3 Mistakes You’re Probably Making While Doing Jumping Jacks appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Too Much Squatting

Many newbies tend to squat while doing their swings, instead of deadlifting the kettlebell. You’re supposed to hinge at your hips while doing this exercise, instead of bending your hips and knees the way you usually do while squatting.

Rounding Your Spine

If you’re feeling back pain after doing kettlebell swings, it’s probably because your back is too rounded during this exercise. It’s very important to keep your spine straight unless you’re trying to get injured on purpose.

Arm Support

Kettlebell swings are supposed to build your hamstrings, glutes and lower back. You won’t accomplish this goal if you’re simply using your arms and shoulders to guide and control this piece of equipment.

The post Common Kettlebell Swing Mistakes Every Newbie is Making appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.