EXERCISE: Why Your Workouts Are a Roller Coaster
“Why is it that your workouts will be really good on some days and will be lackluster on other days?” Hi Jiren, 1. Reaching a plateau or boredom Hitting a plateau in workouts can be like getting stuck in a rut. I was in such a rut too, many times. And I imagine it can make you want to give up. But don't despair! There are ways to break through a plateau and get back on track to your fitness goals. Here are a few tips: Mix things up . Doing the same workouts over and over again is a drag, and your body snoozing zzz over them. It's time to shake things up and challenge yourself with new exercises and routines. Otherwise, your body will just say, " Yawn, I've done this before. " Increase the intensity or duration of your workouts. If you're not pushing yourself hard enough, your body won't have a reason to adapt and get stronger. So don't be afraid to turn up the heat or add a few more minutes to your workout. But don't push yourself too hard, unl...