Any serious exercise enthusiast can tell you that to continue progressing in muscle size, strength, fat loss, performance, and functionality over the long term, just about every workout needs to be executed with the utmost focus, drive, enthusiasm, and intention. At the beginning of one’s fitness journey, almost any new stimulus (i.e., training) will bring about positive results because it is something entirely novel for the body. However, after several years of consistently hitting the gym, your body will become more resistant to (positive) change. This means you must be willing to continually push yourself to new heights in your workouts, which takes extraordinary dedication, discipline, passion, and, of course, MOTIVATION! Here are seven great ways to help prime your mind and body for a profoundly progress-producing workout!
- Utilize Visualization: One of the best ways to prepare your mind and body for an intense training session is to visualize it happening before you ever enter the gym. I suggest you sit quietly with your eyes closed for 10-15 minutes before your workout and precisely decide what you want to accomplish. Create a clear picture in your mind of all the exercises you plan to perform and how good it will feel to stretch and flex your muscles against the resistance. Think about the blood flowing through your veins and the sweat dripping from your brow. Get in the mindset for the perfect workout through powerful thought, and then make it a reality.
- Listen to Music: It has been scientifically proven that listening to music that “moves and excites you” can increase strength and intensity while training—whether lifting weights, running, boxing, or performing any serious exercise. On the way to the gym, make sure your car speakers are cranking with tunes you love and that every beat is priming your muscles and nervous system to fire on all cylinders!
- Watch Inspiring/Exciting Movies: Whenever I need a boost towards more profound gym aggression, I will sit down and watch a movie that gets me hyped to push myself to the limits! Whether it be Rocky, 300, Warrior or Any Given Sunday, I find that watching films like these manifests within me a burning desire to achieve great things. By watching others overcome and conquer, you will be inspired to do the same!
- View Pics/Videos of those you Admire: Most of us aspire to look like or perform like someone, whether a particular bodybuilder, athlete, actor, or influencer. And while we must all strive to bring out the best within ourselves, there is nothing wrong with trying to emulate someone you admire. Thus, when a little extra motivation to get going is needed, sometimes all it takes is looking at photos or videos of your “hero” to get your head in the game.
- Consume an Effective Pre-Training Supplement: Most of us need to get in our workouts early in the morning before work or later in the day right after. This is not always the easiest thing to do, as the pressures and stresses of “real life” can often suck the energy, desire, and motivation (to hit the gym) right out of you. This is where a high-quality, scientifically proven, and intelligently dosed pre-training product can often work miracles. However, one must use discernment when choosing the right product – one that fits your needs and tolerance. Many of these types of supplements contain very high levels of stimulants, which can create a short-lived, overly intense burst of energy that can bring about anxiety, jitters, and a rapid heartbeat. I recommend a formula that manifests a feeling of drive, focus, and intent while providing ingredients that enhance stamina, endurance, and strength. Do your research and carefully experiment until you find one that brings you results.
- Read Inspirational Quotes: It’s incredible how powerful the right words can be when needing extra motivation – the kind of motivation it takes to set your mind straight, turn on your central nervous system, and awaken your soul. Do a Google search for inspirational quotes whenever you need a good “kick in the rear” because you may find that a single, well-written sentence or paragraph lights you on fire.
- Find yourself a Good Training Partner: One of the primary jobs of a good training buddy is to help pick you up when you are down and provide support, motivation, and encouragement at times when you are “just not feeling it.” Some of the most productive, unique, and intense workouts I have most often occurred when my partner and I take the time to sit down for a few minutes before training and not only go over what we are about to do but also remind each other of our purpose, intentions, and goals. In fact, I do this on my own before I start each day!
I truly hope some or all of these tips help you get to the gym each day and push yourself to new levels of strength, power, performance, health, and fitness!
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