Getting Started
Getting Started
Think of the blog as your user guide to help you navigate the PB-150 components. The idea is simple: if we were training you and you purchased the book, we're here to support you, remind you of basic principles as you train, and resolve any questions that may arise. We'll devote blogs to each component, but to kick things off, here are some basic principles that hold true for all the components.
1. First, focus on mastering the proper technique for each move and exercise. Start slow and be patient—embrace the learning curve with joy and curiosity; there's no way around it.
2. Always progress in doable increments. For some routines, like the Core, we didn't give a progressive build of repetitions. Everyone's fitness level is different. So, we prescribed reps as end goals. Work up to these end goals gradually.
3. Progression Guidelines: How do you know when you've done enough reps? Could you have done one more? This can be an existential question. Here are some simple criteria to keep in mind:
Stop when you have a breakdown in proper technique (and be strict with yourself).
It's crucial to discern between good pain and bad pain. Good pain is the satisfying fatigue in the areas you're targeting, a sign of your hard work. Bad pain, on the other hand, is an acute or shooting pain that extends beyond the area you're working. Understanding this distinction is your safety net in your fitness journey.
Err on the side of stopping short of an effort that takes you to the edge where you can barely complete the rep, or you're wavering on a breakdown in form. You'll still benefit from this effort and decrease your chances of having a training injury.
Train hard and train smart. Our next post will be a more in-depth look at your prehab routine.