If you’re new to GMB, you may have some questions about how our programs and courses are run. Here’s how programs in the GMB Curriculum differ from other common styles of workout programs.
“Aren’t these just routines that I follow over and over?”
This is a popular misconception and just isn’t the case with GMB courses. Our programs consist of four training phases specifically designed to help you build your skill set and make steady progress. Here’s how our programs are structured:
“Can I follow along with the videos?”
As you may know, Andy, Jarlo, and I have a lot of experience as teachers and trainers (in a range of different fields). We’ve had a lot of time to figure out the best way to communicate a new idea to help others learn effectively. And contrary to popular belief, the best way to learn a fitness program is not by watching a video and following along. Many people have asked us why we don’t create videos that they can work alongside with during their training.
The reason is this: We believe that more effective learning occurs when people focus their full attention on the movement they are trying to work on.
If you’re trying to watch a video while doing a movement, you won’t be paying attention to your own body, and you run the risk of doing the move incorrectly and/or getting injured – or of simply not noticing if you’re doing it wrong. So, watch the tutorials and read the manual first, then get started on your training for the day.
Remember that all of our programs include a daily program chart to guide you through your training for the day, and help you track your progress.
“How long are the workouts?”
This depends. Since we have four training phases in our programs, some phases will take longer than others.
In the beginning, you will spend more time reviewing the tutorial videos and ensuring that your form is correct. As time goes on, you’ll need less and less video review time, and you can spend your time just working through the sequences and movements. When you hit the flow stage, you may find that your workout time is faster, simply because you’re now putting all of the movements together.
Wherever you are in your training, just be sure not to rush the process. You’ll want to take the time to get the right form – as we always say, it’s not about doing the most reps or sets, it’s about getting the right form and building strength and skills.
More Questions?
Do you have any other questions about how our programs work? Let us know in the comments below.
Thanks Ryan for posting this. It really helps a lot understanding the phases and I am glad you said not to rush through the workouts. You guys are the greatest. Love this post.
@MarylinSanchez I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed this. Yep, no reason to rush. When we can slow down and focus on what we are doing magic starts to happen. And that magic is called improvement.
Thanks, @MarylinSanchez ! I’m really glad this resonates with you.
Thanks for posting this video. My background in natural bodybuilding (several decades ago & b/4 follow-along videos!) had instilled in me a great respect for form over weight & rep. Thus, in my efforts to work back into a training regimen, I have spent too much money and failed so often in the past b/c I cannot watch, follow, and pay proper attention to form at the same time. Just can’t do it. I thought I was the one with the problem>:( This makes so much more sense both in the short and long run.
@LeadingEdge I’ve had the exact same problems. How the heck are you you supposed to get it when you just follow along? Of course in the beginning you’ll have to watch in order to see the proper movement. But after that it’s all about “feeling” the movement and focusing on form. That’s why I also don’t believe in mirrors. In the beginning they can be good to check out your form. But after that it’s just a crutch.
Please tell us about the history of gymnastics. Did western yoga as we know it come from popular gymnastics in Greece or England?
@quentin I don’t know much about that, Quentin. Wikipedia might be a better place to find that kind of information.