Introduction
Nowadays, with so many social media platforms, influencers, and “experts” offering their opinions, it’s very easy to fall into misconceptions about training and nutrition. Many of these myths not only cause confusion but can also hinder your results or, worse, cause you to quit. In this blog, I’ll share some of the most common myths I hear every day at the gym, and why you should stop believing them.
Myth 1: “If you don’t end up dead every workout, it’s useless.”
False; training should be effective, not destructive. You don’t need to drag yourself out after every session to make progress. Training smart, planning your stimuli well, and respecting rest periods is much more effective than going all out every day. The key is consistency and progression, not punishment.
Myth 2: “Don’t eat carbohydrates at night”
A common misconception: The important thing isn’t when you eat carbohydrates, but how much you consume throughout the day and how you fit it in with your activity. In fact, for many people, consuming carbohydrates at night can help improve rest and recovery.
Myth 3: “If you strength train, you’ll get huge.”
Don’t worry, you won’t turn into Hulk by lifting weights. Gaining muscle mass is a slow process and requires a lot of work. Most people don’t train or eat enough to get there. Strength training will help you improve your body composition, boost your metabolism, and prevent injuries, whether you’re looking to lose fat or improve your performance.
Myth 4: “If I stop training, everything turns into fat.”
No; muscle mass and fat are different tissues. If you stop training and also eat poorly, what can happen is that you lose muscle and gain fat, but one doesn’t turn into the other. That’s why it’s so important to maintain good habits, even during periods of less activity.
Myth 5: “To lose fat, you only have to do cardio.”
Cardio helps, but it’s not the only or most important thing. Essential for losing fat is a controlled calorie deficit and maintaining muscle mass through strength training. Cardio can be a complement, but not the foundation.
Myth 6: “There are supplements that make you gain muscle effortlessly.”
I wish it were that easy. Supplements are a help, not a magic bullet. If your training, rest, and nutrition aren’t well-planned, no shake or pill will change anything.
Conclusion:
There’s so much misinformation circulating about fitness and nutrition. My advice is to trust trained professionals, let them adapt the plan to you, and avoid shortcuts. If you’re tired of trying things that don’t work or feeling like you’re just going around in circles, write to me. I’ll teach you how to train and eat with common sense and real results.
