Why Filming Your Workouts Is A Game Changer For Progress

If you’ve ever wondered why I ask you to film some of your workouts, let me reassure you it’s not about criticising how you look or wanting you to perform perfectly. Filming your training is one of the most powerful tools we can use to speed up your progress, keep you safe, and make sure the hard work you’re doing gets you the results you want.

Here’s why it matters for you, and for me as your coach:

1. You See What You Can’t Always Feel

When you’re in the middle of a lift, it’s hard to notice small details: are your knees caving in? Is your back rounding a little? Are you stopping your squats higher than you think? Video takes out the guesswork. You get to see your technique instead of just guessing how it felt.

2. It Builds Awareness and Confidence

Watching yourself back makes you more aware of how you move. Over time, you’ll start to spot the differences between a good rep and a not-so-good rep. That awareness builds confidence because you know exactly what you’re doing well, and what to work on.

3. It Helps Me Coach You More Effectively

As your coach, I can only give you the best feedback if I can see what’s happening. A video tells me more than a text description ever could. Instead of “it felt hard,” I can see whether it’s your form, your tempo, your depth, or your load that needs adjusting. That means quicker improvements and fewer frustrations.

4. You’ll Actually See Your Progress

Sometimes progress is hard to measure especially if the scale isn’t moving or strength gains feel slow. Looking back at old training videos is one of the best ways to remind yourself how far you’ve come. Seeing your squat depth improve, your posture strengthen, or the weight on the bar go up is hugely motivating.

5. It Keeps You Safer

Good technique isn’t just about looking tidy it’s about keeping your joints, muscles, and spine safe under load. Video lets us catch little habits before they become injuries. Think of it like having an extra layer of protection while you push yourself to get stronger.

Filming your workouts is not about vanity, it’s about progress, awareness, and smarter coaching. 

If you’re serious about improving, consider your camera your training partner x