The Truth About Exercise Form & Posture

Have you ever thought about where all the exercises we do today came from? The truth is, every exercise was invented at some point by someone. The world wasn’t created with perfectly shaped gym moves and “perfect form” already in place. Instead, people got creative and figured out what worked for their bodies.

But here’s the thing: everyone’s body is different. Just like how some people are taller than others or have bigger feet, we all have different shapes and sizes that affect how we move. That’s why some people may feel more comfortable with certain exercises and positions than others. For example, someone with long limbs may feel better in a more hip dominant trunk forward squat then someone with shorter limbs.

High Bar Versus Low Bar Squat Positioning

And guess what? That’s okay! One isn't necessarily better then another as long as we are still able to chase our goals.

It’s normal for people to move in different ways. You don’t have to do every exercise the same way as someone else. There’s no need to get too hung up on looking “perfect” every single time. Especially if you're a beginner with exercise allow yourself to enjoy training before you dive deep on things that probably aren't super important for you yet.

If you can still move well and feel strong, you’re on the right track!

Here’s an analogy: Imagine you’re building a house. You wouldn’t use the exact same blueprint for a house in the mountains that you would for a house by the ocean, right? You’d make adjustments based on where you are and what you need. Your body is the same way—there’s no one-size-fits-all exercise. The goal is to make sure you’re building strength, flexibility, and resilience. If you focus too much on small details like perfect hand placement or posture in one tiny exercise, you might miss the bigger picture of what will help you get stronger and healthier.

The human body is incredibly adaptable. It’s like a sponge that can soak up different movements and adjust to different types of challenges. When you work out, your body gets stronger, more flexible, and more prepared for whatever life throws at you. That’s the real goal: to keep growing, getting better, and being resilient.

I don't want to make it sound like when it comes to working out form doesn't matter at all. It can be super important to really dial in when it comes to higher level performance training. And as a beginner we do want to make sure we are at least close enough to our goal form that we are targeting the right areas. The point is just not to hyper focus - especially as a beginner!

Because here's the thing: most of the research about form and injuries isn’t as clear-cut as some trainers and physical therapists make it seem. They might tell you that if your form isn't perfect, you'll get hurt, but the truth is, injuries are usually more complicated than just hitting perfect technique. There are a lot of things that affect whether you get hurt or not, like how much you’re training, how hard you’re pushing yourself, your past injuries, how well you’re sleeping, and what you’re eating. So, blaming a whole injury on “not having perfect form” probably isn’t the whole story. It’s just not that simple!

Your body is tough and can handle a lot more than we sometimes give it credit for.

If we focus too much on making every movement “perfect,” we might end up afraid to try new things, really challenge ourselves with weight, or avoid movement altogether. That’s not helpful! The point of training is to get you moving, make you strong, and improve your health.

So, instead of worrying about every tiny detail, focus on getting stronger, feeling better, and staying active. Your body will thank you for it!

Remember, training isn’t about fear or perfection—it’s about progress. Keep moving, stay strong, and embrace your body’s amazing ability to adapt and grow.