{"id":11633,"date":"2026-01-15T08:37:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T07:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/"},"modified":"2026-01-19T00:28:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T23:28:56","slug":"common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Common mistakes when training at home and how to avoid them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>By Jes\u00fas Varela &#8211; Creator of the Bilbo Method<br\/><br\/>Over the years I have realized one thing very clearly.<br\/>Training at home works. Very much so. But only when you know what you&#8217;re doing.  <\/p>\n\n<p>I say this because I see it every week. People who train, who sweat, who perform&#8230; and still don&#8217;t make progress. Sometimes it&#8217;s a silly detail: a misplaced elbow, going down without control, not resting enough. Or simply not knowing what to train today and what not to train today.   <\/p>\n\n<p>It happened to me too. I trained for years believing that the more I did, the better. And no. It took me time to understand that progress comes from doing the right thing, well done, and repeating it with head.   <\/p>\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why I insist so much on having a plan. Not a perfect one. A clear one. One that suits you and what you have at home.   <\/p>\n\n<p>If you are training on your own and you want to stop beating around the bush, in the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/contact\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Bilbo Team Training Plans<\/mark><\/a> <\/strong>I explain exactly that: how to organize the week, which exercises are worthwhile and how to progress without putting your joints at risk, even if you&#8217;re just starting out.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here I am going to talk about the mistakes I see the most when training at home. Normal mistakes, nothing rare. And also how to correct them without complicating your life, so that you start to notice real changes.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Mistake_1_Executing_movements_too_fast_without_control\" >Mistake 1: Executing movements too fast without control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Mistake_2_Prioritizing_weight_over_technique\" >Mistake 2: Prioritizing weight over technique<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Pitfall_3_Incomplete_repetitions\" >Pitfall 3: Incomplete repetitions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Mistake_4_Not_heating_correctly\" >Mistake 4: Not heating correctly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#How_to_structure_your_home_training_routine_for_fast_progress\" >How to structure your home training routine for fast progress<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Real_routines_for_home_training_biceps_chest_and_shoulder\" >Real routines for home training (biceps, chest and shoulder)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Chest_routine_at_home\" >Chest routine at home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Shoulder_routine_at_home\" >Shoulder routine at home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Biceps_routine_at_home\" >Biceps routine at home<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Make_a_balanced_weekly_plan\" >Make a balanced weekly plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Vary_intensity_and_repetitions\" >Vary intensity and repetitions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Incorporating_HIIT_at_home\" >Incorporating HIIT at home<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Recommended_home_workout_equipment_dumbbells_bands_and_more\" >Recommended home workout equipment: dumbbells, bands and more<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Tips_to_avoid_injuries_and_improve_results_at_home\" >Tips to avoid injuries and improve results at home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/common-mistakes-when-training-at-home-and-how-to-avoid-them\/#Whats_next_How_to_take_the_next_step_and_train_at_home_for_real\" >What&#8217;s next? How to take the next step and train at home for real<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_technique_errors_in_strength_exercises_at_home\"><\/span>Main technique errors in strength exercises at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Training with body weight or dumbbells is great, but many people make mistakes that slow down progress. Here are the most common ones I see in my consulting sessions: <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_1_Executing_movements_too_fast_without_control\"><\/span>Mistake 1: Executing movements too fast without control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>Lifting and lowering without control may seem like more exercise, but in reality you are losing effectiveness. My recommendation, <strong>especially at the beginning do the centric phase slowly and controlled<\/strong>, <strong>and the concentric at maximum speed<\/strong>, controlling the movement, even in exercises like squats or dumbbell shoulder presses. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_2_Prioritizing_weight_over_technique\"><\/span>Mistake 2: Prioritizing weight over technique<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>It is normal to want to lift more kilos, but if your technique is not perfect, the muscle will not work properly. Before lifting weights, <strong>master your technique and maintain constant tension<\/strong>. This applies to Bench press, biceps curls or pull-ups at home.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pitfall_3_Incomplete_repetitions\"><\/span>Pitfall 3: Incomplete repetitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>Doing a half stroke to do more reps is a classic mistake. Each exercise has a range of motion that maximizes muscle activity. <strong>Complete the entire movement<\/strong> and feel the muscle working. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_4_Not_heating_correctly\"><\/span>Mistake 4: Not heating correctly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>A good five-minute warm-up with rubber bands before starting can be the difference between a productive session and an injury.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>If you want to learn how to correctly execute the exercises, I recommend this <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/home-workout-with-dumbbells\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">home workout with dumbbells<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> that we prepared step by step for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_structure_your_home_training_routine_for_fast_progress\"><\/span>How to structure your home training routine for fast progress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no point in training hard if your routine doesn&#8217;t have a <strong>progression plan<\/strong>. Here&#8217;s how to organize your workouts: <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real_routines_for_home_training_biceps_chest_and_shoulder\"><\/span><strong>Real routines for home training (biceps, chest and shoulder)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chest_routine_at_home\"><\/span><strong>Chest routine at home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n<p>The chest is one of the muscle groups where I see the most mistakes when training at home. Look at descent control, shoulder position and how to maintain constant tension without the need for heavy weights. <\/p>\n\n<center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1efHCGW7XoY?si=AYOJGPuH_Nz4MZHX\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/center>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoulder_routine_at_home\"><\/span><strong>Shoulder routine at home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n<p>In shoulder training, opening the elbows too wide or lowering them uncontrollably often leads to discomfort. Here&#8217;s how to work the shoulder safely and effectively, even with little equipment. <\/p>\n\n<center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/arKs69ZL7FM?si=H31xEjZyzqLpPX_3\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/center>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biceps_routine_at_home\"><\/span><strong>Biceps routine at home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n<p>The biceps looks simple, but poorly executed it loses most of its effect. Watch the rhythm, the full stroke and how to avoid swaying to get the muscle to do the work. <\/p>\n\n<center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FwOTXLsy8q0?si=Fma4dImN_aMRUTk3\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/center>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p>Now that you have seen how to execute the exercises well, it makes more sense to talk about how to organize the week and progress without stagnating.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_a_balanced_weekly_plan\"><\/span>Make a balanced weekly plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>To gain strength and muscle mass at home, I recommend alternating muscle groups and combining strength exercises with HIIT cardio work:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Monday:<\/strong> Upper body (chest, shoulders, biceps)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tuesday:<\/strong> Lower body (legs and buttocks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> Core and HIIT  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thursday:<\/strong> Upper body<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Friday:<\/strong> Rest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saturday:<\/strong> Full body strength circuit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunday:<\/strong> HIIT  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This structure works with either a <strong>home strength board<\/strong>, adjustable dumbbells or elastic bands. The key is to progress each week, either by increasing reps, Sets or weight. <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vary_intensity_and_repetitions\"><\/span>Vary intensity and repetitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>If you always do the same thing, your body will stagnate. Organize your routine by combining weeks of higher reps with weeks of lower reps, progress in weight or reps. This applies to all exercises from shoulder presses to dumbbell squats.  <\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>For a practical example, you can check out these <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/the-21-best-exercises-to-train-legs-at-home\/\">the 21 best exercises to train your legs at home<\/a><\/mark><\/strong> and adapt them to your routine.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorporating_HIIT_at_home\"><\/span>Incorporating HIIT at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>HIIT is not just for fat loss; it also improves endurance and muscular strength. A couple of 15-20 minute <strong>home hiit training<\/strong> sessions combined with your strength routine will accelerate results. <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_home_workout_equipment_dumbbells_bands_and_more\"><\/span>Recommended home workout equipment: dumbbells, bands and more<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>To train safely and effectively, you don&#8217;t need a full gym. My recommendation is to invest in basic and versatile equipment: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lullax adjustable dumbbells:<\/strong> allow you to progress without taking up space. Perfect for bench press, shoulder press and curls. See our post <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/the-best-buy-for-your-home-gym-lullax-neobar-2-convert-with-adjustable-dumbbells-straight-bar-and-z-bar\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Lullax NEOBAR 2 CONVERT Dumbbells<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> for details.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elastic bands:<\/strong> ideal for shoulder, gluteus and core exercises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mat and free space:<\/strong> for sit-ups, planks and mobility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>With these tools you can cover almost all <strong>strength exercises at home for beginners<\/strong> and make steady progress.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>If you want to learn advanced techniques with dumbbells and barbell, do not miss our article <a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/optimize-your-chest-workout-advanced-techniques-for-the-dumbbell-press\/\"><strong>Optimize your chest workout: advanced techniques for dumbbell presses<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_avoid_injuries_and_improve_results_at_home\"><\/span>Tips to avoid injuries and improve results at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Nothing destroys motivation faster than an injury. Here are my tips from experience: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Listen to your body:<\/strong> if something hurts out of the ordinary, stop and review the technique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Control the eccentric phase:<\/strong> lowering slowly and with control makes the muscle work harder and protects your joints.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain constant tension:<\/strong> in shoulder presses, squats or curls, feel the muscle working all the way through.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t ignore rest:<\/strong> training every day without recovery leads to overtraining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>For a complete guide to strength exercises at home, you can also check out. <a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/the-best-abdominal-exercises-at-home\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">The best abdominal exercises at home<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_next_How_to_take_the_next_step_and_train_at_home_for_real\"><\/span>What&#8217;s next? How to take the next step and train at home for real <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve made it this far, you already know the basics: training at home works, but only when you stop improvising.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Most mistakes do not come from a lack of desire, but from not having a clear plan adapted to your level.<\/p>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 That&#8217;s just what I work on in Bilbo Team&#8217;s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/archivo.bilboteam.com\/en\/contact\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Bilbo Team&#8217;s training plans<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>. 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