motivation

A CONFESSION I honestly can't stick to a rigid training program. I never have in my whole life. I've tried many times but never stuck with it for more than two weeks. I personally need to experiment and "play with" various training methods to keep my motivation up. And even when I follow a...

Is muscle building a chore? Justin Woltering helps you to find happiness and balance, build a better life and construct the ultimate dream physique you are after. Are you feeling a little burnt out with bodybuilding? Have your last few weeks of workouts been lackluster, your diet uninspiring...

There are days, weeks, and even months when we don’t feel like working out. Life happens, work happens, deadlines happen, and family matters take precedence. I get it. But what happens when you completely fall off the wagon and need to not only get back to working out but also find a way to...

There are days, weeks, and even months when we don’t feel like working out. Life happens, work happens, deadlines happen, and family matters take precedence. I get it. But what happens when you completely fall off the wagon and need to not only get back to working out but also find a way to...

I receive an abundance of messages from folks looking to cut fat off and alter their lifestyle for the better. A good friend of mine sent me the proceeding message and I hope my thoughts and tips to his questions can be extended to the plethora of individuals that are in a similar predicament...

Could the trick to becoming motivated to train stem from your actual training itself? Learn how working out affects both your mental & physical health. How do you choose your workouts? Do you follow a predetermined workout program, or do you wing it depending on how you feel each day? Do you...

Tamara Walcott has only been powerlifting for around four years but in that time, she has made waves in a highly competitive community. “You know what? I think powerlifting kinda found me,” shared the lady from the U.S. Virgin Island of St. Croix, on her 2018 appearance on The Ellen Show. In...

The Question Even the best training programs can stall out and get boring. And if you're mentally checked out, it's definitely time to "shock" the system. What's your favorite way to do it? "Do less, not more." -Mark Dugdale – IFBB Pro Bodybuilder When bodybuilders lose motivation they often...

Let’s face it, if you have the motivation to consistently train with a high intensity you’re setting yourself up for success. When you pursue anything in life you need to incentivize. Incentive is what motivates and gives you the enthusiasm to put the effort into reaching your goals. Without...

Ever feel the rush of motivation after you set a new goal? No matter how lofty, new goals often come with an overwhelming sense that you can take on the world. You’re refreshed and committed, ready to tackle anything that gets in your way! And then… life happens. Your motivation comes...

Each new year brings resolutions focused heavily around losing weight and eating healthier. But each February sees the majority of them end. To keep your motivation strong, here are a few secrets to setting goals in a way that helps you keep your commitments: 1 SET A NEW ‘WHY’ When you set a...

Whether you’re just beginning your weight-loss journey or struggling to lose those last few pounds, keeping your motivation up starts to become a struggle. “While you might think you just need to magically summon more willpower, in reality, it’s normal to sink into old habits when you’re tired...

We can always count on Arnold Schwarzenegger for some motivation, whether it’s in the form of vintage photos and videos or his current fitness regimen at 73 years old. Yesterday, his Monday motivation came in an Instagram post showcasing a classic move that’s still one of his favorites: T-bar...

IFBB Professional League bodybuilder Mamdouh Elssbiay, aka Big Ramy, has revealed that he will not be competing in this year’s Olympia, according to RxMuscle. Ramy steadily rose in the Mr. Olympia ranks in the time between his eighth-place 2013 debut and his second-place finish in 2017. But...

So, as a new niche gym owner without contracts I have been playing amateur psychologist and trying to categorize those who stay vs. those who leave. It all comes down to motivation from what I can tell. There are many serious lifters but each has a different motivation. So, here is my loose...

Per Bernal Most people look for motivation to get them geared up to achieve a goal. Some may need motivation to get to the gym and train day in, day out. It occurred to me early in my life that I didn’t rely on motivation to get things done. Motivation comes and goes. But passion—passion is in...

CHRIS LUND It’s not enough to merely psych yourself up. There are proven techniques for cranking your workout motivation up to 11. From months in advance to when you set the barbell down, we present the 30 best steps to boost your drive to grow stronger, bigger, and better. 1. SEE A SHOW From...

THERE IS NO LACK OF PEOPLE IN GYMS TODAY WHO ACTUALLY WANT TO GET BETTER. Who know that maybe whatever someone else is doing may not actually be the best for them. Who feel as if there could actually be a better way. But when they attempt to follow that thought, to experiment, to perhaps make...

What motivates you to hit the gym every day? For me it's simple. I'm aggressive and I need something to unwind and also relieve stress and anxiety.

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