Above all, an effective gym routine requires consistency. There is no other more effective strategy, however there is also no tougher strategy. Maintaining any type of fitness routine day after day can turn into a grueling endeavor. Offsetting this tedious training side effect requires the help of specific goals designed to get the most out of your fitness journey. Learn how to … [Read more...]
How to Best Shake Up Your Gym Routine
So you’ve made lifting into a consistent practice. We love to see it! There truly is no better habit you can pick up for your physical and mental health. The only issue with consistency is that it can sometimes create plateaus. There will come a point where you all of the sudden stop making the gains you had become accustomed to. Your strength may have flatlined or even dipped. … [Read more...]
The Importance of Rest Days and How to Do Them Right
Training adaptations occur as a result of two opposing, but equally important stimuli: overload intensity, and intentional rest and recovery. Without the latter, the body may experience a decrease in performance that could last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. There are three different ways this performance decrement is categorized: Functional overreaching … [Read more...]
Best Workout Split for Bulking vs Cutting
How you organize your training can influence how well your bulk or cut will go. Whether you choose heavy weight training, high intensity training, or cardio will have an impact on how efficiently you achieve your fitness goals. Keep reading to find out how you can best gain muscle without accruing fat or lose body fat without experiencing too much muscle loss. Bulking Phase The … [Read more...]
Progressing Past a Bench Press Plateau
Plateaus are the blues of working out. When the weight is not going up like it used to, it’s time for a change. The bench press may be your favorite upper body exercise, but it’s not the same when your progress is plateaued. In this scenario, the body is in need of a shock. This may involve adjusting your volume, workout order, or range of motion. Train for Volume, Not … [Read more...]
