At AdMac Fitness we work with people at all points on the fitness spectrum - the beginners, intermediates and athletes.

One area we specialise in is helping people to start and build an exercise habit.

Starting out with an exercise routine can be challenging, even intimidating. For beginners, a common question is whether to focus on how often they train or the length of each workout. While it might seem intuitive to do longer sessions, research and experience show that training more frequently for shorter periods can be much more beneficial for beginners.

Let’s explore why this is the case, with a few basic explanations…

You Have More Time

For most people, setting aside 20 to 30 minutes to work out several times a week is far more manageable than trying to squeeze in lengthy sessions.

Life can be hectic, and spending 90 minutes at the gym isn’t always realistic, especially when juggling work, family, and social commitments. Shorter workouts, more often, allow you to fit exercise into a busy schedule without feeling overwhelmed.

Regular, shorter workouts not only save time but also make it easier to stay consistent, which is essential for building a long-term fitness habit. Over time, these quick sessions add up and help you reach your goals more effectively than inconsistent long workouts.

It Builds a Habit

When you train frequently, you make exercise a regular part of your routine, which helps it become a habit. Building a habit is key to maintaining a fitness routine in the long term, as habits are easier to stick to than one-off efforts.

If you go to the gym 4-5 times a week, even for a short workout, it becomes part of your daily life, just like brushing your teeth or having your morning coffee.

Creating this habit is especially important for beginners who might struggle with motivation. With regular, shorter sessions, you’ll start associating fitness with your daily routine, making it easier to stay motivated and keep progressing.

Less Recovery Time Needed

Another advantage of shorter, more frequent workouts is that they require less recovery time. Long workouts can be intense, putting stress on your muscles and joints, which means you might need a few days to recover.

For beginners, this can lead to soreness and fatigue, which might discourage them from returning to the gym. On the other hand, short, focused workouts typically require less recovery time, allowing you to train more consistently without feeling overly tired or sore.

This approach also helps prevent burnout and injury, which is essential for beginners who are still learning how their bodies respond to exercise. By focusing on short, sharp sessions, you can improve fitness levels gradually and safely, ensuring a steady path towards your goals.

For beginners, training frequency is often more beneficial than focusing solely on duration. Regular, shorter workouts provide flexibility, help build a sustainable habit, and allow for quicker recovery times. Embracing this approach can make your fitness journey more enjoyable, consistent, and sustainable.

Want to improve your health and fitness? Let the AdMac Fitness Personal Trainers help…

AdMac Fitness has been helping the people of East London transform their health and fitness for nearly a decade.

We help people using tried and tested fitness approaches. Our expert team of personal trainers, based in both Bow and South Woodford can help you get a grip of your health forever. With our guidance and experience, you can relax knowing that your fitness journey is going to be guided by some of the best personal trainers in East London.

For more information on who we are, what we do and how we can help you achieve your health and fitness goals, contact us on… 07921465108 or email us at admacfitness@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Our locations are…

AdMac Fitness: Arch 457 Robeson St, London E3 4JA

AdMac Fitness South Woodford: Unit 4 Marlborough Business Centre, 96 George Lane, South Woodford, London, E18 1AD