Not seeing Results?-Myth Busters

I read a great article in Experience magazine the other day called 'Classic Weight-Room Mistakes'.  It was such a great article I'd love to share some of the points with you!

Myth #1: Using the same amount of weight and number of repititions each workout.
-Try mixing up your weight.  Throw in heavier weight training with lower reps or have less rest periods between each set.

Myth #2: Not tracking your workouts.
-Keep progress of your workouts and the amount of weight you're doing with your exercises.  This will help you vary your workouts.

Myth #3: You can focus on certain trouble spots such as abs or thighs:
-There is no such thing as 'spot reduction'.  Lunges, squats, presses, pull-ups, etc will help build a balanced physique. 

Myth #4:  Doing the same workouts you did in high school. 
-It's important to vary your workouts and put new exercises into your routine.  Varying workouts will help get you to your goals quicker.

Myth #5: Sticking with High Reps and Low weight to Tone:
-I hear this one all the time:  "I do 20 reps with low weight".  Grab some heavier weights and incorporate them into your routine.  You'll look leaner over time...

Myth #6: Focusing on Intensity before Form:
-Proper form is imperative before adding intensity to the exercise.  Proper form will help prevent injury and also target the proper muscle and engage that muscle more than rushing through an exercise. 

Also remember to up your protein intake to help develop that lean muscle!!!!