Today’s blog will focus on the fitness myth “Overtraining.”

One of the most asked questions I get is how many times can I workout in a week.  From the research I have done the answer is every day.  So long as you are getting proper rest and nutrition to help the body repair and build.  I will expand the nutrition aspects in future postings.  The myth about overtraining is mainly applicable to endurance athletes and bodybuilders who spend many hours training and targeting specific areas.

The best way to train is by using exercises that target the whole body.  Try to limit your isolation exercises such as just doing arm exercises. For example, instead of doing just bicep curls, combine them with a squat or lunge. Also use exercises that use both the small and the large muscles together.  An example would be a row or chest press where you are using the arms in conjunction with larger muscles of the chest or back.  You will see results sooner in both body composition and feeling stronger in everyday activities.

If you have any thoughts or questions please post them by clicking the “Comment” link below and I will do my best to respond.  Also if you ever hear of any information that goes against what I am posting please let me know so that I can make sure that my research is as correct and up-to-date as possible.