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There certainly comes a time when you feel like you’re not making any progress in the gym even though you work out a lot. Maybe your body just got used to all the exercises and reps you’re doing and you have to think about how to step up your game a bit. Or maybe you’re just not achieving the results you wanted as fast as you thought you could. Whatever the reason may be, take a look at these five tips that might help you improve your gym performance. Change your routine Following the same boring workout routine every single time is not productive at all. When your body gets used to your gym routine, it gets rather easy to complete the goal that you set for the day. This means that your overall performance will gradually drop. You should try doing some new exercises, as you will stimulate new...

Even if you are pumped up for exercise for the majority of the time, there will always be a few days when it is tough to motivate yourself and find that precious energy. However, with the right routine during and before the workout, you can easily find the solution to these tough days. In this article, we will give you the six most important tips to improve your energy levels before a workout. Energizing pre-workout snacks Complex carbohydrates, in combination with healthy protein and fats, are a great pre-workout snack. It is a great way to provide your body with the necessary nutrients, fuel it and boost your energy levels. Some of the best pre-workout snacks are peanut butter toast, yogurt and granola and an apple with almond butter. The amount that you eat and the time between that meal and the exercise are totally up to you. Eat as...

Working out is fun, it’s challenging, and most importantly, it’s highly rewarding. However, to get the rewards you’re hoping for, you need to work hard. That’s why seasoned athletes are constantly trying to find new ways to optimize their workouts in order to change their life in and out of the gym for the better, and reach their goals faster, if in any way possible. Likewise, people who are just starting out are always looking for ways to get better at training in order to progress towards their goals at a faster pace. Whether your particular goal is to become one strong earthling, or to sculpt a Hollywood physique, there are plenty of things you can do to maximize your workout in and out of the gym. Here’s what you should do. Bring a solid battle plan to the gym It all begins with a plan of attack. In order...

  It’s always hard to step away from your regular exercise routine after you’ve encountered an injury or illness. However, you mustn’t take this a drawback, but an opportunity to rest and recover your body. Sometimes, our minds can’t take in all the information our bodies send us, so we tend to overestimate ourselves and push the limits harder than we can manage.  For this not to happen, it’s important to take things slow and have a recovery plan. Follow these steps to a full recovery, and keep in mind that it doesn’t matter how fast you get there, it’s the ride that counts, so you should try to enjoy it as much as possible. Listen to your body  No pain no gain is a motto that isn’t going to do you any good in this case. There are different types of pain, and if you have ever had an...