When I, Mayuresh Nanekar, first started my fitness journey as an athlete, I was full of energy and determination. But looking back, I realize I made some classic beginner fitness mistakes that slowed me down more than I expected. I want to share those mistakes with you, so you don’t have to learn the hard way like I did.
Overtraining and Not Taking Rest Seriously
One of my biggest mistakes was thinking more is always better. I was training hard every single day without giving my body enough time to recover. Overtraining led to fatigue and even some injuries. Over time, I learned that rest is just as important as training, your muscles grow stronger when you rest, not when you’re constantly pushing.
Tip: Schedule rest days. Listen to your body. Quality beats quantity.
Chasing Quick Fixes and Supplements Without a Plan
When I was starting out, I believed supplements would do the heavy lifting for me. I tried different protein powders and pre-workouts promising fast results. But supplements are support tools, they don’t replace solid training and nutrition. From my experience, focusing on building good habits first is what truly works.
Tip: Focus on consistent workouts and proper diet. Use supplements only to fill gaps.
Ignoring Nutrition Basics
At one point, I thought training was enough and didn’t pay much attention to what I ate. That slowed down my progress more than I expected. Nutrition is the foundation of your fitness journey. Without the right fuel, your body can’t perform or recover well.
Tip: Start with simple changes like eating enough protein, staying hydrated, and cutting down junk food.
Not Tracking Progress or Learning From Mistakes
I used to do workouts without tracking how I was improving. Because of this, I didn’t realize some exercises weren’t helping me grow. Tracking your progress, whether it’s weights lifted, reps done, or how you feel, helps you adjust and get better.
Tip: Keep a workout journal or use apps to track your progress regularly.
Final Thoughts
My journey from athlete to founder of M2Suppz taught me patience, consistency, and the importance of smart training and nutrition, not shortcuts. Every athlete, beginner or experienced, makes mistakes. The key is learning from them and improving.
If you’re just starting out or struggling, don’t be too hard on yourself. Focus on these basics, avoid my mistakes, and you’ll be on your way to better results.
About the Author
Mayuresh Nanekar is an athlete and the founder of M2Suppz, a brand built on real experience, not hype. His goal is to help people train smarter, recover better, and avoid the mistakes he made on his own fitness journey.
