For beginners 3 days is actually ideal Easier to stay consistent and less chance of burnout

Drinking enough water throughout the day I noticed better performance once I stayed properly hydrated

Not essential for progress but if it gets you excited to train it’s not the worst purchase

I treat cardio as health insurance A little goes a long way without hurting muscle

Smoothie with milk frozen fruit and protein powder No cooking and easy calories

I usually stop 1–2 reps short of failure and progress feels more consistent

I mix oats with Fair life milk instead of water Adds flavor, extra protein, and feels way more filling

Training to failure every set burned me out quick I make better progress staying 1–2 reps shy most of the time

Green tea extract + caffeine combo is my favorite for extra thermogenesis Helps me push harder in morning cardio sessions

Ground turkey zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash Turkey is cost-effective if you buy in big packs veggies keep the volume high