Variety in physical activity and sports is good for keeping it fun and preventing boredom.
Variety in your strength training is primarily important for sticking with it. By varying your workouts sufficiently, you can prevent boredom, which allows you to enjoy it longer and stick with it longer and better.
Consistency is needed for good results.
This means that you simply need to train 2 to several times every week, preferably gradually increasing the weight (or number of repetitions). If you have a specific goal, consistency is more important than variation, but you must still be able to sustain it for a longer period. After all, if you stop after 3 months, you will see a decline in your achieved results. Introducing variation into your training is easier with (small) variations in your exercise schedule. Alternate exercises with exercises from the same movement component. For example, you can alternate a squat with a split squat (single-leg squat) or a high box step-up.
Alternating a deadlift with a [simple_tooltip content='When you do Hip Thrusts, you extend your hips. You perform this movement using your glutes, hamstrings, and adductors.']hip thrusteror a single-leg deadlift variant.
Using different training equipment can also add variety to your training schedule. You can alternate a barbell bench press with a dumbbell chest press. Be creative and see which exercises and equipment you can use to further train the movement component you are targeting.
Do you always do the same thing in your training and is it starting to get boring?
Try applying the tips above to your own training program and see if this variation can bring new energy to your workout schedule. If you don't know how to do that, or if you are unable to do it yourself, Contact us via our Free Experience. Our personal trainers are happy to help you!
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