Stop Wasting Time In The Gym: MY TOP 5 BEGINNER TIPS 🏋🏻‍♀️

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There's so much to focus on when starting your fitness journey. I've broken it down into my top 5 most important areas so you can simplify training.
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@Megsquats 3 жыл бұрын

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@anthonyproffitt5341 3 жыл бұрын

megsquats Your the best meg. Your humor and delivery of helpful, on point instruction is refreshing. Outfit, hair, eyes, and eyeshadow only accent your work of art. Looking great.

@rachellopez1299 3 жыл бұрын

megsquats do you have any program for intermediate gym trainers? Or only for beginners? 🙏🏻

@anthonyproffitt5341 3 жыл бұрын

MedusA A if she was trans that would be one thing, but your an ignorant troll trolling. What’s the point of saying ignorant stuff about someone that has a distinct positive message and goals. If a beautiful woman who works out hard to be strong and have natural curves with a healthy body fat, intimidates you than I suggest you check out the man in the mirror.

@Megsquats 3 жыл бұрын

Jamal Browner if you were smart you would know that being a beginner has nothing to do with how strong you are 😅😅😅

@anthonyproffitt5341 3 жыл бұрын

Jamal Browner strange post from a fake account. Nice 👍🏽

@Rebecca-fu7bx 3 жыл бұрын

1:38 Master form for several fundamental movement patterns (eg. Squat, hip hinge, push, pull) 4:12 Progressive overload 7:17 Get enough protein 8:17 Prioritise compound movements 9:52 Mobility

@EmberNevill 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Agreed! All of the above and I liked the part around the 3:30 mark about professionals always working on technique - nobody is every 100% efficient. It's so easy to compare ourselves to others while we're in the gym I thought this was a great reminder!

@alissalaureus9727 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@surbhisinghal5721 3 жыл бұрын

May god bless you

@skyejacques 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you do much for this act of kindness. You're awesome and I wish you the best with your fitness goals and journey 😘🙂

@Kassuhday 3 жыл бұрын

Can I just say her outfit makeup and hair are such aesthetic goals.

@ekaceseehc05 3 жыл бұрын

For ladies out there who are afraid of the free weights section or walking up to the squat rack because it is usually dominated by men, here’s what i have to say: its all in your head!! I personally weight train and have seen all sorts of people at the gym. Guess what? The men there are just as clueless about weight training as you are! So don’t be afraid or self conscious and start weight training!!

@xxokeisha2365 3 жыл бұрын

I’m ready to weight train and lose weight thank you for this comment it’s so intimidating and I know it’s all in my head

@lucia7234 2 жыл бұрын

its true so many dudes don't know how to weight train properly lol

@sharondalewis1620 2 жыл бұрын

@@lucia7234 facts lol

@julissagarcia-leon7059 2 жыл бұрын

@@xxokeisha2365 girl go for it! Tip 1 is to not look around and just grab your weights and start lifting, no one will suspect it’s your first time!

@xxokeisha2365 2 жыл бұрын

@@julissagarcia-leon7059 thank you that’s so simple but smart

@yniquexx 3 жыл бұрын

Mobility is super underrated. When I was a beginner it felt as if everyone always focused so much on adding more weight. I didn't pay much attention to stretching and mobility work bc I felt like I should use that time to do more reps/sets. Then I realise that every GOOD / respectable lifter I follow put mobility on high priority. Definitely wish I can go back to focus more on this earlier!

@dractul 3 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration for all of us - not just the amazing women who follow you. Keep being awesome!

@Megsquats 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

@keegansullivan1571 3 жыл бұрын

"Yo dawg, you can call me the mule because I can donkey kick the whole stack" - Weirdest Gym Bro

@ayesha4533 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 30 next month and I've never done any kind of weight training, so this was a massive help on my journey to becoming strong!! I can't wait! 😄

@kayceparsons1357 3 жыл бұрын

After years of being too intimidated to start lifting, I finally ditched the HIIT/cardio only workouts and started! I just wanted to say THANK YOU because if I hadn’t found your channel, I don’t think I ever would have started lifting. I never imagined that I would be in the gym squatting and deadlifting and I am in LOVE with it. Thank you thank you thank you.

@annaobrien4921 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been training for over 2 years (I know I’m still a baby lifter) and your beginner videos are still super helpful

@Megsquats 3 жыл бұрын

That's so great to hear! Thank you for being here

@therealfitshorty 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! Meg has one of the only channels that I've seen that focuses on explaining true technique behind movements- not just filming a workout and being like 'kay guyz, that was for your butt.' A true source of information! Love!

@ashleyR828 3 жыл бұрын

loving your matching eyeshadow and tank! haha and the helpful content too:)

@natashajohnson2598 3 жыл бұрын

Seeing the numbers on the weights go up is very motivating for me. Maybe it's because I like video games and seeing the numbers on the weights go up makes me feel like I've levelled up ^_^

@skyejacques 3 жыл бұрын

Cute! Never thought of it like that 😎💪🏽👊🏽

@phoenixking8657 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a amazing way to put it! Got me more motivated 😅‼️

@m.gillett7655 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Level up!

@m.gillett7655 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree- I’ve been ST for about 8 months and it’s totally made me feel like a badass

@anjab9436 3 жыл бұрын

Your tips and tutorials for beginners are detailed enough, while still being easy to understand. Your channel has helped me a lot!!

@jk3266 3 жыл бұрын

You are an amazing and genuine teacher.Namaste.

@MamaSwole 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness Meg I’m LOVING this look, you look amazing in the bright eyeshadow and shirt🥰 beautifulll and this video is gonna help a lot of ppl💖

@Megsquats 3 жыл бұрын

OMG thank you!! Got a little creative!

@MamaSwole 3 жыл бұрын

megsquats love it girl :)

@carlosmacias4115 3 жыл бұрын

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@analyticalchick3064 2 жыл бұрын

I'm wondering if this video was before or after Texas? The eye shadow looks kinda Texas NGL.

@Lesueurfly 2 жыл бұрын

I love your tips! Straight, clear concise, covets everything. Xx

@user-jx1jp9ib9g 3 жыл бұрын

so helpful!! thank you so much💪❤️

@bloomingnessa 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your fitness journey. You encourage and inspire me.

@evangeline-zl2hb Ай бұрын

So helpful!!! Thank you 💪

@CB-sr8ee 3 жыл бұрын

Love the emphasis on growth mindset throughout!

@francescab.722 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tips, nothing to say. I would just add one more tip: -try and perfectionate the routine that you personally enjoy the most. Loving what you do and being able to stick with the habit is more important than doing the perfect gym routine for three months and then let it go because you hate and don't enjoy it.

@TumiEdun 3 жыл бұрын

I have been lifting fairly consistently for 2 years...and I have made SO many mistakes. I was solely dedicated on losing weight when I first started my fitness journey so progressive overload wasn't even on my mind, now I feel inspired to actually begin weightlifting to actually get stronger. Especially seeing as I was just trying to look leaner and not focusing on performance... I'm excited to start!!

@OldSchoolArchery 3 жыл бұрын

Not a new lifter but i was feeling really nervous about going back to the gyms now they're opening again. Thank you for reminding us we always have things to work on :)

@Donna-vh5ym 2 жыл бұрын

I love, love, love how you explained to use something other than weights before you start. But then again, I appreciated it all. EXTREMELY helpful.

@KatieLizbeth 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for always putting out such quality content. Your videos are always so educational and helpful!!!!

@collegesandcannibals241 Жыл бұрын

Great advice, thanks. Also super colour choices.

@rachaelsgains9655 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner and you inspire me so much. Thanks for sharing your tips Meg

@mutalemalama 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been training for 2/3 years now and these are perfect tips and things that are fundamental to my routine.

@jasminsuliman4010 2 жыл бұрын

You’re amazing 🔥🥺thanks

@stephaniesilveira4203 3 жыл бұрын

Watching your videos always makes me miss the gym!! Goodness I can’t wait to lift again... thanks for the tips... after so long without lifting I feel I’m reverting to beginner status!!

@holdonL 2 жыл бұрын

consistency is the key!

@jackhaworth1324 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Meg, thanks for making it! I have recently persuaded my parents to get into lifting - your well-articulated video will go down well with them!

@amybergmann2980 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this :) I’m loving strength training xxx

@helenmarsh8279 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been strength training for 6 months and this video was very helpful and also reinforced what I’m training in regards to compound movements. I LOVE your goal to get every woman under a barbell! Love your work ❤️

@willzbillzfam 3 жыл бұрын

So helpful, thanks and keep the vids coming 💪🏼

@jenfandrey1528 3 жыл бұрын

I love compound strength training! Gets my heart rate up as well so that’s just a win/win💪❤️

@TMERUNNR 3 жыл бұрын

This is GOLD!! Definitely saving to share with others! You're the Best!👍That gym is amazing looking, congrats and hoping you guys are enjoying Fort Worth, see ya around.

@saramoore272 3 жыл бұрын

yes! it feels amazing to measure progress under the barbell! thanks for these tips! helpful even for beginners!

@liilianalopez1155 3 жыл бұрын

I'm on my 4th month of gym subscription and month 2 of actually taking it seriously. Gotta say, I'm so hungry and sore right now but I'm psyched to keep going. Love your videos, thank you for all of it

@TJones281 3 жыл бұрын

New sub! Last month, I just started going to the gym 3 times a week and have kept it up surprisingly after years of failed attempts. Im 29 204 lbs 5 3 and I ONLY do weights when I go. I’m top heavy so I hate cardio 😄Weight training was the only way I wouldn’t t dread going to the gym each day. I haven’t lost weight (still working out my meal plan) but I have lost inches 3 inches overall, it’s not much but it’s enough to keep me motivated to keep at it. Plus I feel much stronger, I’ve been progressive lifting💪🏽. I decided last week I will train like a baby power lifter lol so I’m super glad I found your channel. I’ve always been reluctant to doing compound movements but something clicked when I saw this video and the gain strength lose weight vid. You’re so right, you’re getting more for your time by doing these! Thanks for the tips sis. Def going to start this. And by the way, You are so ssstupid gorgeous 😬 🥴🌹

@KateNite78 3 жыл бұрын

This was super helpful for me. Thank you.

@dhutchinson1217 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and moments when you show your true fun self :)

@skyejacques 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Love this as a newbie, three weeks in 💪🏽👊🏽❤️😎 🐈 love all this content.

@spicehurls 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful overall! A good refresher now that gyms are open again

@keelycooper5985 3 жыл бұрын

This is my first year of lifting and I love it! However it is so easy to get a bit lost or not overload enough. Sometimes I question when I'm ready to go higher or not and question my form. Just became a member of stronger by the day after doing the trial! So stoked let's do ittt

@sophiat9111 3 жыл бұрын

not a beginner anymore, but your content is just super helpful. Thank you so much for putting out these videos !!!

@celeritas2-810 3 жыл бұрын

Best advice is protein. I'm doing very early dumbbell training as a complete beginner. Increasing my protein levels have been awesome. I feel fuller, my weight is not going up but my body has changed massively in six weeks.

@YNTHQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 💚 I love the makeup

@ALLISONCROCS 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your page and my oh my I'm so glad, love your content and u came at the right moment to complement the learning i need, congrats on your new mom 2 be journey 💖

@Lopez7492 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! 😃

@Carol_559 2 жыл бұрын

Wow I’m learning way more here than I ever did from NASM & ISSA courses. Thanks!!!!

@PamBJourney2Me 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@jondunsmore2121 3 жыл бұрын

I would echo that you are an inspiration to all and your energy and tips have inspired me to get back to lifting post-surgery. I don't consider myself a beginner but I definitely still find use in all your tips even as just a reminder. I would echo the tip about video'ing yourself. It definitely helps with finding flaws in form and makes it easier to fix.

@ElCuervoProductions 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best!!!

@kristiannapotsari2343 3 жыл бұрын

you look so happy and radiant! you're gorgeous Meg!

@ninasar100 3 жыл бұрын

Great video nice explanation

@ashleychavez3768 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like I’ve been a beginner for like 7 years now 😩 I can never be consistent and always start over again like every three months.

@godizself1 3 жыл бұрын

5x5 gets you in and out the gym 30 minutes minimum and add 15 minute cardio at the end. You will be challenged and rejuvenated. Essentially, your desire to sustain your fitness cannot be quelched. Then you can do another program in 12 weeks. You have your whole life, enjoy it.

@jasonadams6655 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tips..Love from Sri Lanka❤

@TamaraTMAX 3 жыл бұрын

you're amazing!

@nicoledutoit9723 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely get a set program and track your reps and weights. I take a little book with me to the gym and write down everything I do. It sometimes surprises me to see how much I am improving as a novice lifter.

@lunadarling6187 3 жыл бұрын

Thank yooooou!

@shubhamgawai9522 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of love from India!!❤❤

@Queenabbytips 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias por los típs :)

@neenulatha8219 3 жыл бұрын

Hi.. I am from Kerala, India. Its really amazing watching your workouts and it helps me a lot.. Thanku so much and keep doing madam.

@radiationshepherd 3 жыл бұрын

I like the hip hinge category, I kept calling it dead lifts but I needed an umbrella term to include other similar stuff

@julianne4304 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss.... I started following you a few days ago, and you inspired me. I am 48 but I have no limits, last year got my 200 Hr. Yoga Inst. and 50 hr. Trauma-Informed.. I had been doing Hot Yoga every day ... BUT always wanted to get in the gym, but to be honest... I feel so scared and lost. Being 5'1 and now 145 due to COVID isolation, the machines scare me, because I feel they are for bigger people and the weight room well living in guido central here in NJ shore.. lol... Totallllyyy intimidated. I joined the gym, because of you last week, been watching everything you have out there and I went today, but only did cardio like a hampster... I walked around lost, and even stared down the weight area, and said ... I will enter tomorrow... lol... terrified and lost.... this video PERRRRRRFECT timing.... I LOVE YOU!!!! I am on the Journey... I am looking to get anyone I know to get a lifting buddy but I cannot even get them to the yoga studio... so it is me and you... every day : ) much love... from Manalapan NJ ...Jules

@catharinetarquinio3400 3 жыл бұрын

Girl I live in Jersey and I FEEEEEEEEL you! haha One thing I did to feel less intimidated was put my headphones in, turn up my music REALLY loudly, and keep my eyes focused on the floor or directly ahead of me. Biggest and hardest thing for me was to not make eye contact. The goal with this was to help me feel like I was the only one in the room, and it honestly worked! I know this won't work for everyone, but after a few weeks in the gym I was able to look people in the eye and nod a "Hello" because I felt more like I belonged there. And we DO belong there! We just tend to get it in our heads that we don't lol. Best of luck!

@julianne4304 3 жыл бұрын

@@catharinetarquinio3400 100%. I have learned this, it's funny you posted this today because it was a realization to me today that I must seem like bitchy chick that flies in and out, but I am only working with what I am surrounded... lol.. #truth...lol

@CrownedAndFitNFaith 3 жыл бұрын

I love lifting!

@kayteekon 3 жыл бұрын

I just subbed, this Lady is the truth

@mwaka7280 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏾🙋🏾‍♀️🇨🇦

@tnguyen9562 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here! Bout to binge your videos.

@amandaroosmets1073 3 жыл бұрын

I am a complete newb im so inpired by these women who go from normal to insanely cut and strong. Im definitely signing up for this Tuesday is my first day in a gym in 6 years.

@mistiel.ahearn5894 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m gearing up to start a routine including lifting... to meet some goal I have never met... I’m gonna be 53 this year and I’m going for it!! Your videos are very inspiring, informative and easy to follow!! Thank you!!🇺🇸❤️🕊

@brookewilson7429 3 жыл бұрын

You got this! My mom started at 54 then got COVID back in June and never picked it back up she was looking GREAT!

@mistiel.ahearn5894 3 жыл бұрын

@@brookewilson7429 Thank you so much. I’m trying ...it’s a little tougher than I thought but will try to keep consistent till I get stronger!!

@annettesmith4050 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Can you do a video of the technique of dead lifts?

@95CX 3 жыл бұрын

Breakdown of the 1st year lifter: Fundamental form, Programing/ progressive loading + Consistency, Diet/ fueling your gains, Compound movements, Mobility Film yourself to watch form. I just passed the one year point back to the gym. I can't stress how important consistency, a rest day and dieting. Proper fuel for the body makes looking and feeling good easier!🥰

@alan2102X 3 жыл бұрын

Craaaaazy orange eye shadow!

@angelaharris7277 3 жыл бұрын

This is great...your eyes are popping girl🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️

@ashleyhamby7146 3 жыл бұрын

I can't afford a gym right now and I'm not sure I have room for a barbell in my apartment, but I'm so eager and nervous to pick one up! The heaviest weight I have at home is 25lbs. Thanks for being a badass role model!!♥️♥️♥️💪💪💪

@zoependas9891 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely wish I knew this stuff before I started lifting. Plus I think people that want to get toned should be using progressive overload they just don’t know what that is. Loved your eye look and sports bra too- side note :)

@tenavosi6882 3 жыл бұрын

hey meg this might be a silly video idea but I'd love to hear your suggestions on how to pose to show off le muscles 🤣 when I first started I definitely spent too much time on accessories and not enough on compound movements 😬 I'm working with a trainer on the powerlifts right now and I'm loving it

@tanmayfadnis5440 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Meg... quite an informative video. Do you have a video on how to restart Gym life again after a long time, say after one year... What should I do? in terms of weight training, what program to follow?

@friendsedits2581 2 жыл бұрын

Hip thrust technique video please!

@shivanipatel3513 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 5'2 and a 100 pounds and I just started lifting. Thank you for inspiring me :))

@brookewilson7429 3 жыл бұрын

Same weight and height I and I start tomorrow! Any update ?

@sureshtapila2442 3 жыл бұрын

Plz include a vedii for gym etiquette dr beginners. Occupying the bench during rest period, Keeping mobile, towel on the bench, Etc

@chriskarantakos2397 3 жыл бұрын

Meg great video you are so helpful and thank you for everything I wanted to ask you can you please upload a video that you wear your clothes that you outgrown by gaining muscle to see how it fits you or if they rip please that would be really helpful

@kc270352 3 жыл бұрын

i think once you master the key important compound lifts, then strength training will be a lot easier

@AbiCroCro 3 жыл бұрын

You have such a satisfying squat to watch, so clean.

@Mellyouttaphase 3 жыл бұрын

The sass on the donkey kick though 😂👌 great video, I will point my friends in this direction. Love getting under the barbell! X

@elizabethschilling7178 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being a great teacher on lifting. ❤💪👏

@devrieoxner4633 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips. I am trying to get myself back into the gym. Any tips on how to increase flexibility on the hip hinge? I have extra tight hips and find anything that I have to bend my hips for more then a seat position very difficult.

@lionelbriones3399 3 жыл бұрын

Hello friend👋👋👋. Could you make a video talking about the one leg squat?

@naomii494 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips I’m definitely going to try all of this out ! Also I recently started taking in a bunch of protein and before I knew anything about it I used to think it’ll make me “fat”(ik Dumb) lol but it made me lose weight faster than anything I was doing before cause I was able to lift heavier and last longer lifting weights rather than before were I was avoiding protein and I was basically skinny unable to go harder in the gym Etc 😭

@ebbyc1817 3 жыл бұрын

Hi it's great to read this comment because I felt like I was the only one who knew I should get more protein but was still resisting. I finally started getting enough (140+) a few weeks ago and I can feel the difference. I was getting stronger before but now I'm getting stronger and leaner.

@Sabrina-wt6bc 3 жыл бұрын

Omg! Love your videos, always informative & always learning! So glad u r now in TX! Welcome from ❤️San Antonio!!!

@katherinelr135 Жыл бұрын

It's 2022 will you open another round of before the barbell?

@karthikac8047 3 жыл бұрын

Nice ya...

@sherrymiller8167 Жыл бұрын

I’m right here help me 😊

@daveandlizhudson1331 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Newbie here- what do I do if I try to add an extra 10lbs to progress but can't lift it? Go back to last weeks weight but increase reps?

@mariaeugenia8826 2 жыл бұрын

Hi new subscriber here and I guess beginner as well. I used to lift many years ago and just recently got back into it. Thanks for sharing your tips. I have a question. Can I lift in a fasted state? I've seen arguments for yes and no. Reason being first thing in the morning is the most convenient for me to go to the gym before starting my work day. But I am doing intermittent fasting and don't eat/drink anything before 9am.

@godizself1 3 жыл бұрын

Experts and novices are the same... Improving, reflecting, and educating oneself. Efficiency never reaches a peak. Be easy on oneself and truly enjoy the journey of your "own" transformation .