Your first week at the gym: a confident start
A good start leaves you wanting to return. Your first visit does not need to feel like an exam.
Fitness
Returning after a break: leave your ego at the door
Past results are history, not an obligation for today's session. Start with an easier version of familiar activity after a break.
Put it into practice
Reduce time or weight and pay attention to technique. The first visits are a chance to see how your body responds.
Things to keep in mind
Do not make up weeks of missed activity in a weekend. If injury or illness caused the break, follow medical guidance when returning.
Your next step
- Reduce the initial load
- Assess recovery
- Build up gradually
Further reading
Educational information for adults. Seek individual professional advice for illness, pregnancy, injury or prescribed treatment.