What Are You Trying to Do?

Before you start any workout plan, the first question to ask yourself is: What am I trying to achieve?

Everyone’s body and lifestyle are different, but knowing your goal helps you make the most out of the time and energy you put in. So—what’s your goal?

1. If Your Goal Is Weight Loss

• Main Focus: Creating a calorie deficit (burning more energy than you consume).

• Workouts That Help:

  • Strength training 2–4x per week (preserves muscle while losing fat).

  • Cardio (walking, jogging, cycling, HIIT — whatever you enjoy most).

• Tip: Pair your workouts with nutrition that supports your deficit. Strength training + calorie awareness is the golden combo for sustainable fat loss.

2. If Your Goal Is Maintenance

• Main Focus: Consistency. You want to keep your body healthy and your energy levels balanced.

• Workouts That Help:

  • A balanced mix of strength training and cardio (3–5 workouts per week).

  • Variety is key — hiking, yoga, lifting, walking — keep it fun so you’ll stick with it.

• Tip: Don’t underestimate daily movement. Regular walks, stretching, and light activity make a huge difference in long-term health.

3. If Your Goal Is Muscle Growth

• Main Focus: Progressive overload (gradually increasing weights or resistance over time).

• Workouts That Help:

  • Strength training 3–5x per week, focusing on compound lifts (squats, presses, rows, deadlifts).

  • Cardio for heart health, but strength is the priority.

• Tip: Fuel matters. You’ll want to eat enough protein and calories to support recovery and growth. Sleep and rest days are just as important as the workouts themselves.

So, What’s Your Goal?

• If you’re here to lose weight: Check out my post on a simple workout plan to pair with a calorie deficit.

• If you’re here to maintain: Build consistency with my walking guide and mix in workouts that keep you energized.

• If you’re here to build muscle: Stay tuned for deeper strength training breakdowns that walk you through lifts, reps, and progress tracking.

👉 The point is: once you know your “why,” it’s much easier to find your “how.”