An online fitness programme can work very well, but only if you treat it like a booked appointment. Many of our members follow programmes from home in Durbanville, Parow and Kuils River.
Block out your training times in your calendar and set your clothes out the night before. Fatima Hendricks, our Online Programme Coach, asks every new client to send a short check-in each week.
The best programme is the one you actually finish. Keep it simple and keep showing up. Fatima Hendricks, Online Programme CoachFilm one set of each lift so we can check your form. Log your sessions and tell us when something feels off. We will adjust the plan to fit your week.
How to set up your training space
You do not need much. A clear patch of floor, a mat, a pair of dumbbells or a kettlebell and a phone to follow your videos will do. Keep your kit in one spot so you are not hunting for it at six in the morning.
How to stay accountable online
Message your coach after every session, even if it was a poor one. Train with a friend over a video call or share your week in our member group. Small check-ins keep you honest and make it easier to push through the weeks when motivation dips.
Pieter van der Merwe
I really enjoyed this post. Very helpful article! I will try the tips at the studio this week and see how my body feels.
Fatima Hendricks
Thank you for the kind words! We’re glad the tips helped. Your support means a lot to the whole FiksFabriek team. Thanks!
Ayanda Dlamini
Great read from the FiksFabriek team. Clear advice and practical tips that make training easier to start and stick with. Well done, coaches!
Riaan Botha
Useful training advice! This post gives simple, honest guidance on building good habits in the gym, which is great for beginners and regular members alike. Thank you!