Changing up your workout routine isn’t only something to consider when you simply get bored with your usual routine, but it is also important to consider changing things up in order to keep your body guessing. If you don’t change up your routine every so often at the gym, it can prevent your body from making progress and your ability to maximize your strength and hypertrophy gains. To put it simply, your best option in changing up your routine is to introduce new exercises. Adapting your techniques alongside the introduction of new exercises will lead to the best results. Let’s take a look at a few ways that you can change up your fitness routine.

#1 Try a group workout class 

The easiest way to change up your workout routine is to try out different group workout classes. You will notice that each class will target different parts of the body and mix up your needed cardio and strength training. You are guaranteed to not get bored if you are trying out different workout classes, and another huge plus is the motivational benefits you’ll find in attending. So, if you are looking for a great workout class in Bedford, here at Fitness Nation we have a large variety of classes to choose from:

• Body attack
• Strength and conditioning
• Body Sculpt
• Bodypump
• Cycling
• Fitness dance
• Kickboxing
• Pilates
• Yoga
• Zumba
• Pound
• Insanity
• Body shred
• MixxedFit
• U-jam fitness

#2 Increase the intensity of your workout

Remember that if you stick to the same intensity for too long, your progress will stall. Try adding weight and decreasing reps or simply adding reps to switch up the intensity of your workout. Start with the addition of 2 to 5 pounds and increase your reps from 8 to 10, 10 to 12, or 12 to 15, and so forth.

#3 Use the treadmill wisely

It is important to not put too much of your attention into the treadmill or to completely disregard it. Remember that a healthy fitness regimen typically includes a bit of cardio as well as a bit of strength training, and this is generally a rule of thumb regardless of what your ultimate fitness goal is.

#4 Target different body parts

Many people have the problem of focusing too much on certain body parts. Remember that if you give too much attention to one particular region it could cause you to eventually look disproportionate. Don’t be afraid to work parts of your body that you never have before.

#5 Change your workout schedule

Try changing up your workout schedule. Workout at different times of the day, or switch up your body part, cardio, or strength training days.

Don’t be afraid to try something new, and don’t be afraid to ask questions, there are a lot of things to learn when it comes to health and fitness. If you are interested in trying out a group workout class in Arlington or would just like to come and check out our gym, don’t hesitate to contact us today!