Basics Of A Weightlifting Routine
In order to build muscle, you must have a simple yet effective weightlifting routine. Everyone has to develop his or her own weightlifting routine based on what exercises feel best or achieve the desired results. There are however some important features that any successful routine should incorporate :
- Structure. Weightlifting routines aimed at gaining strength and building muscle should be structured; don’t expect to go into the gym randomly a couple times a week, or whenever you feel like exercising, and come out looking ripped. Plan out which days to lift and which days to rest. A good basic structure is 3 days on, 1 day off.
- Consistency. An effective muscle building routine must have consistency. Stick to your structured routine as best as you possibly can (of course there may be a day or two when you feel sick or have way too many things to do, but try to keep those days to a minimum).
- Variety. It is important to vary the exercises you do for each muscle group every few workouts. If you repeat the same exercises day after day your body will become accustomed to that stress and your muscle growth will level off in a short time. Keep your muscles "guessing" by switching exercises often.
- Balance. Do not attempt to build muscle in only one area. It is very important to maintain balance in your muscle building, which means that if you exercise your biceps, you must also exercise your triceps, and if you exercise your chest, you must also exercise your back. Focusing on only one muscle group is not nearly as effective. You must workout all your major muscle groups if you intend to build any of them.
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