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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 18 MIN

774: 8 Shocking Mistakes You're Probably Making In The Gym

from Fit, Healthy And Happy Podcast · host Colossus Fitness

➢ Get my FREE form guide- https://colossusfitness.lpages.co/form-cheat-sheet/➢ Form playlist- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8OM5ZzYjzbDZnI1iOWB64segChFuQOD7&si=H2iIAgIwQwwiXKpsMost people think they’re training hard in the gym… but the results say otherwise.In this episode, we break down the most common mistakes holding people back from building muscle, getting stronger, and actually seeing progress - even if they’re consistent.From poorly balanced workouts to sloppy form, wasted rest time, and treating nutrition like an afterthought, these errors add up fast and silently kill results.(0:00) - Intro1- Strength training to cardio/other ratio is out of proportionex- 30min strength, 30min cardio20min strength, 15 min stretching, 15 min sauna2- Form is all over the placetoo much swinging, improper hinging, not full range of motion etc,Easy fix? 2 options: Form guide & form playlist3- Not pushing yourselfOn average most people will leave 7+ reps left in the tank, which means no proper stimulus or overloadOften people pick the same weight and never add 2.5’s, etc4- Worrying what others think about youEveryone is there to better themselves, don’t be afraid to make a mistake or do an exercise that looks “silly”5-   Rest time is either too long or too shortex- talking a tonCompounds: 2-4 minutesAccessories- 45-90 seconds6- Doing the easy stuffBig difference in doing- barbell squat, stiff leg deads, leg press & hip thrust vs. quad extension, hammy curl, abductor & calves.7- Not following a proper routine60-80% of people in the gym are not following a proper routine8- Treating nutrition as an afterthoughtThis one is unique but probably one of the most important tipsYou can’t out-train inconsistent eating.Listed points:Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/

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