We all suffer from more-is-better-itis.
If I train 6 days a week I'll be a super beast in 3 months... Well yes...and no...
While frequency plays a big part in programming + overall training load, it doesn't necessarily mean it's the only way to unlock the gains.
Hear me out... For the natural athlete rest is one of your biggest allies. The adaptations in the body from exercise actually happen while we're resting + repairing. Over-training is a very real gains killer, stress hormones, like adrenalin + cortisol, build up in the body + can severely hamper your body's ability to repair (aka build muscle). You need atleast 2 rest or active recovery days a week to soak up the benefits of your training week.
But can you get it done in 3 or 4 days a week? Absolutely.
If you're turning up ready to smash each session for 4 days a week you will go just as far, if not further, than if you're half assed dragging yourself there 6 days a week. It's not about how many times a week you're going, it's more about the quality of each session.
Are you using your time in the gym wisely?
Are you being consistent with your sessions, doing your accessory work, your drills, putting in that foundation to build on?
So while the title may be a little click-bait, there is a lesson in it... Its not how many hours you're putting in, it's how you use your hours that matter most.
So now the question is how can I get the most out of my session?
Programming - arguably the best tool to maximise performance in each session.
It gives you structure, you have a plan every time you step in the gym + little room for excuses.
It keeps you accountable, having a coach expecting results on the other side of the workout improves motivation + keeps you on track.
Get your programming today, tailored to your specific goals, a road map to your lifting goals. Train with intention. Train smart.
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