Why One Side Feels Weaker (And What To Do About It)
Ever step into a lunge and feel solid on one side but like a baby giraffe on the other? Maybe one arm curls smoothly while the other is shaking for dear life?
This is completely normal. Every single person has strength imbalances, my self included and even elite athletes.
Should You Be Worried?
Short answer? No.
Your body is just a little uneven, like literally everyone else's. Over time, with consistent training, these differences naturally balance out.
Why Does This Happen?
We all have a dominant side. Whether it’s the way you carry bags, hold your phone, or even how you sleep, daily habits create subtle differences in strength and mobility.
Flexibility & mobility can differ. Maybe your right ankle moves a little smoother than your left, or one hip feels tighter. This can affect range of motion in moves like lunges, shoulder presses, or step-ups.
Your brain is still learning. If one side wobbles more, it’s often a neuromuscular thing, meaning your brain hasn’t built as strong of a mind-muscle connection there—yet.
What Can You Do About It?
✅ Execute as best as you can on both sides. Keep the movement controlled, and don’t overcompensate with your stronger side.
✅ Wobbly? Slow it down. Moving slower forces your muscles to work harder, improving control and balance.
✅ Stick with your workout structure. Your program is designed to build balance over time. Just keep showing up, and things will even out naturally.
✅ Want to speed it up? If you really want to strengthen the weaker side faster, you can add a few extra reps at the end of your workout.
What NOT to Do:
🚫 Don’t stress about it—it’s not a flaw or an injury, just a normal part of training.
🚫 Don’t overload the weaker side with extra weight—quality movement is what matters most.
Final Thoughts
Imbalances are part of the process, and your body will naturally adjust the more you train. Stay consistent, stay patient, and trust that your strength will level out.
Keep moving, keep improving. You’ve got this. 💪
- Maddie xxx