The power a small tweak: Why technique matters more than you think

As part of my exercise I program, I do calisthenics training. This is body weight training, using gymnastics rings, pull ups bars, push-ups etc.

I follow a program from Fitness FAQs on YouTube (If you like body weight exercise you should check it out by clicking the link above).

For a while now, I’d been working on chin-ups using the gymnastics rings and I thought I was doing them properly, but a few weeks ago I logged into the program I follow and watched the demonstration video for the exercise and realized I’d been doing them … slightly wrong. I was missing a small part of the exercise.
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For those that like detail, rather than lowering myself straight down after pulling up, I was supposed to lean back a little, and then slowly lower myself back down. 

​Once I adjusted my technique, the whole exercise changed. My back lit up, I had DOMs (Delayed onset muscle soreness) for days, and suddenly it felt like a completely difference exercise. That small change in my technique, had made a big difference.

Related: The power of small consistent changes

The lesson I learnt

​The lesson I learnt here was that consistency is important, but doing the right thing consistently, is what really drives progress.

The way I see it you are:

• Taking time out of your day to do the exercise.
• Spending a lot of energy doing the exercise.
• Its likely costing money with equipment, memberships or programs. 

So, you want to make sure that you are getting the most bang for your buck from your exercises…. And this is why your technique is so important (It could also help reduce the risk of future injuries too).

If you are unsure about a technique for an exercise, stretch or mobility work you are doing, it might be worth taking a step back and checking the technique with your health professional and get some guidance.

​Remember, a small tweak is all it takes to unlock big changes.

 It's not just for exercises

Whether you’re building a new habit, trying to improve your posture, getting back into exercise, or just trying to feel better in your body—technique matters. Alignment matters. The way you do things can either set you up for success or hold you back without you even realising it.

Related: How long does it take to build a new habit?

Final thoughts

If you’re not seeing the results you want from your exercise, stretches, mobility work or even your health goals, don’t be discouraged. You might not need a complete overhaul—just a fresh perspective, a slight adjustment, or a bit of guidance to get back on track.

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