What are some common mistakes I should
watch out for?
There’s a ton of misinformation out there, and I’ve
tried to dispel a good chunk of it throughout the
previous ten chapters, but I’ll sum things up as
best I can. Top mistakes:
- Too much exercise. Stick to the program.
I’ve designed PBF based on the science,
my experience as top athlete and trainer,
and evolutionary biology; it all adds up to
some compelling info, so I recommend you
pay attention and let Primal Blueprint Fit-
ness work for you. Don’t fall into the “more is
better” trap, especially with exercise. More
is quite often worse. Much, much worse. - Too specialized a fitness regimen. This
works for athletes with very specific goals,
but for the average person a well-balanced,
Primal fitness program is most desirable.
Besides, PBF provides a stable foundation
for any future athletic pursuits.
Frequently Asked Questions and Concerns cont’d- Too heavy, too hard, too fast. Take things
gradually. There’s no reason to launch
into heavy barbell squats. You’re better off
learning the movement before adding re-
sistance. Remember, PBF is about avoid-
ing injury through mastery of bodyweight
exercises. Paired with a good Primal eating
strategy, bodyweight exercises will get you
90 percent of the way there. - Too easy. Now that you’ve read all the cau-
tionary messages about Chronic exercise,
the importance of rest, and how PBF em-
phasizes brevity over duration, you still have
to challenge your body if you want to prog-
ress with your fitness. It’s short and intense
that promotes optimal gene expression,
not short and moderate!
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