#281 - Top 10 Mistakes Newbies Make in the Gym

Summary:   Everybody was a beginner at one point in their fitness journey but I want you to get your ass in the gym and do the movements right the first time–without injury! You don't need to be a pro before you start, you just need to start. I'm covering 10 mistakes newbies make, how to let go of the calorie-burn obsession, why strength training over cardio is always a good idea and much more!    Key Takeaways:   (00:53) - #1 mistake newbies make before they ever step foot in the gym (03:06) - The problem with too much variety in your workouts (08:06) - What to expect when you start a 6-week training program (09:46) - Why you shouldn't base your workouts on the calorie burn  (12:59) - Strength training vs. cardio (15:04) - Other ways to track your progress without the scale!  (18:30) - Lower your expectations, bestie! (19:07) - The reason some women are bulky (19:53) - You're not training hard enough (20:32) - Mind-to-muscle connection is a thing!! (23:31) - Prioritize this before you add weight (25:30) - The order of your exercises matter   Resources Mentioned:   Boss Bitch Booty: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/boss-bitch-booty  Check out Episode 279: Cardio vs. Strength Training for Women Over 40 Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro    Connect with Diane:   Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro    Freebies:   Plateau-Buster Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/plateau-buster-guide  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Sleep Hacks: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/sleep-like-a-queen  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program  5 Easy Tips to Stay Motivated: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/5-easy-tips-to-stay-motivated  Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements  Show Day Packing List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/show-day-packing-list    Work with Diane:   Work that Booty, Bestie: Glute Goddess: FREE 7-Day Challenge My 12-Week Transformation Program: The Goddess Body Project   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: "Diane" at check out Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)   Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane  Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters