India, Aug. 18 -- The first step towards fitness is often the hardest, walking into the gym for the first time, figuring out which exercises to do, and wondering what to eat before or after a workout. Most people end up overwhelmed with information overload and lose track of what really matters. Nutritionist Mari Nunes, in her August 15 Instagram post, shares two essentials you need to keep in mind at the start of your gym journey. (Also read: Nutrition expert shares 5 quick and healthy breakfast ideas to fuel your day: From savoury quinoa to oat smoothie bowl )

"Your workout split matters less than how you perform each rep. Two key factors determine your results: Range of motion and cadence," wrote Mari in the caption.

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