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Most people think that the more reps you do, the better your results. But research tells a different story: focused, intentional training beats mindless volume.

The science behind Mindful training

Studies have shown that concentrating on the muscles you are training often called “mind-muscle connection” activates more muscle fibers and leads to greater strength and hypertrophy.

  • Schoenfeld et al., 2015 found that participants who focused on contracting specific muscles during resistance training activated significantly more fibers than those who simply went through the motions.
  • Calatayud et al., 2015 reported that when lifters maintain control and focus on form, their performance improves, and the risk of injury decreases.

In short: quality beats quantity. Your brain directs your muscles more efficiently when you pay attention to what they are doing.

How to train with intention

  1. Focus on the muscle, not just the movement when performing a goblet squat, feel your quads, glutes and hamstrings working.
  2. Control the tempo slow down your lifts to increase tension in the target muscles.
  3. Breathe and engage proper breathing and core engagement improve stability and power output.
  4. Check your form good technique ensures muscles are being recruited correctly, preventing injuries and maximizing results.

How we can help

At Jimme, our trainers aren’t just counting reps, they’re teaching you to connect your mind to your muscles. The level of experience doesn't matter. They ensure:

  • You are feeling the right muscle groups working
  • Your posture and technique are correct
  • You get the most out of each movement without overdoing it

This is how you make your workouts smarter, not just harder.

Intentional training isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing better. Focus, control and guidance turn every session into a high-quality workout that delivers real results. Don’t rush back into your post-summer routine; slow down, train with purpose and watch your performance soar.

📩 Ready to train with purpose? Let’s build your plan: info@jimme.com