Spring is here and summer is right around the corner. If summer has you thinking it might be time to run more, take more classes, or just go the gym more in general, you’ll want to make the most of your workout. It’s probably not a surprise that it’s important to show up and be consistent, but whether you’re a gym vet or a gym newbie, these surprising tips can help you kick your workout up a notch.
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Let the Music Get You Moving- Selecting music for your workout that makes you want to move and gets you “in the zone” can elevate your mood, make you work harder and provide a good distraction that helps you focus on the workout at hand.
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Have a Plan- Having a plan when you go into the gym will cut down on wasted time and make the time you are spending more effective.
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Caffeine- You heard it right, adding that cup of coffee to your pre-workout can actually help make your workout more effective. Caffeine can give you a little jolt and help boost performance, but it also can give you a mental boost as well.
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Add Weight- While your regular gym routine may be get your heart going, it is just that, routine. Adding weights to your regular routine will make it anything but for your muscles and will really make your workout more challenging and effective.
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Don’t Skip Recovery- Recovery is important to the muscle building process. When you workout, it causes tears in your muscle fibers and those damaged muscle fibers rebuild stronger than before during recover. Giving the body time to recover and rebuild will help make it stronger and your workouts more effective.
