I Am Stuck!

You have been working out for a while, starting to progress and then you realize one day that you just haven't been motivated like you use to or you’re not satisfied with your progress. Are you losing your drive or did you reach a plateau? Let's look at the definition of plateau; reach a state of little or no change after a time of activity or progress. Sounds familiar? So, how do you handle yourself when you come to this point within your program? We all have experienced it and if you haven't you will. Depending on how you handle or think about the plateau will determine if you maintain, progress or regress.

Mentally it can take a toll on you. You have worked so hard to feel like you are not getting anywhere, I get it. How about changing the thinking to "I have worked so hard, made progress and am stronger from it that maybe it is time to make a change". This leads us into the physical part. Small changes within your routine can make a difference, it doesn't mean you have to start a whole new program. You can if you want to and it does help. Those small changes can range from adding a couple of new exercises, modifying some of the current exercises, adding or changing the intensity of the resistance or speed you perform the exercises.

Don't forget to also look at your nutrition, you may need to be making some changes there too. Reaching a plateau isn't a bad thing, it is letting you know that you have made progress and have the choice to maintain or progress further if you choose.