What I Wish I Knew About Fitness on Day 1: Advice for Women in Their Strength Journey
What I Wish I Knew About Fitness on Day 1: Advice for Women in Their Strength Journey  
Podcast: Magic Mindset with Heather Maio
Published On: Tue Jan 20 2026
Description: Starting your fitness journey can feel overwhelming, and let’s be honest, there’s a lot of bad advice out there. If you’ve ever believed you had to be sore to see progress, do hours of cardio to “earn your food,” or wait for motivation to strike before hitting the gym… this episode is for you.I’m sharing the truths I wish I knew when I first started strength training; the kind of advice that would’ve saved me years of frustration, burnout, and body shame.In this episode, we cover:Why soreness is not a sign of a good workoutHow to progress in your training (hint: it’s not just about sweat)The myth of motivation — and why discipline is what really mattersWhy you never have to earn your food with exerciseSmarter cardio strategies that support strength trainingThe truth about lifting heavy and “getting bulky”A mindset shift that will change how you show up every single dayThe one voice you need to stop listening to in your workoutsWhether you are brand new to the gym or coming back after a break, this is the episode that bridges the gap between where you are now and the strong, confident woman you're becoming.Resources & Links:Not Another Diet Book – Your no-BS guide to sustainable fat loss, food freedom, and building habits that stickhttps://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1Book a 1:1 Coaching Session – Personalized support for your strength and mindset journeyhttps://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options