Would you say that with your workout routine you're gaining lean muscle mass? You may lose some weight with cardio and may tone and strengthen those muscles, but are you seeing any more definition and any more bulk in those muscles?
If you're answer is no, don't give up yet. A lot of guys have been in the same position as you and many thought it was hopeless. After all, if you work and work and work and don't see any gain, why bother to continue? But before you give in to that thinking, keep reading...
It is possible to build muscle and to see real definition even if you've already been working at it for some time and think you've gotten nowhere. Chances are you're neglecting something or aren't as careful about something in your routine as you should be. So, here are three simple tips for gaining lean muscle mass and building that amazing body you've been dreaming of until now, that are sure to help you:
Tip #1: Eat right, and eat often. Muscles need to be fed to get bigger; that's just a fact. Cutting down on calories and simple carbs can mean losing body fat, but too many cuts will mean starving the muscles as well. They won't be very noticeable if they're starving! Muscles need protein to grow and they need to be fed often. So don't skip meals throughout the day and be sure you're getting lean protein at least 3-5 times every day.
Tip #2: Go slow to get big. You're not in a race to build muscle. In order for them to grow, they need to work properly. When you do your reps, do a three-count or five-count as you do; this will allow blood and oxygen to build up in the muscles as you work them. In turn, this will make them bigger and more noticeable!
Tip #3: Write down your routine. Note when you work out and how much of every exercise you do. Many guys are shocked to find out that they really go to the gym on average of three times per week when they think it's five. You may find that you have one good week of regular workouts followed by three bad weeks of spotty workouts. If you keep track, you'll stay on track!
These simple tips for gaining lean muscle mass are ones that every guy should consider, no matter who he is and no matter his goals. Avoiding or ignoring any of them can mean missing out on that ripped body you're looking for. Simple or not, don't dismiss any of these tips.
And remember that it doesn't take long to build up the muscle mass you want, but it doesn't happen overnight either. If you keep up with your routine and make sure to incorporate these tips, you may be surprised at the results you see. And of course if you're still not getting the results you want, ask a personal trainer for some help or find a workout program online that has proven results in helping people in gaining lean muscle mass.
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