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How to get your best workout results ever
YOUR GUIDE TO GETTING BETTER WORKOUT RESULTS
London-based personal trainer and Founder of ELYSIUM Gyms, Guido Basola, takes us through how the tiny tweaks can make all the difference.
F you’re hitting the gym four times a week but not
Iseeing the results you’re looking for: it’s normal. No one should expect to look like a Kardashian after one session of course, but if you suspect that you’re doing all the work for little return, it could be that you’re just not optimising your workouts!
It’s no secret that having a balanced diet alongside your regular routine is very important for maintaining fitness levels, but we could still be missing the mark when it comes to how we execute exercises, and our lifestyles outside of the gym.
Lack-of-sleep, not having clear goals and an unbalanced diet (even if a healthy one!) are all contributors to not getting desired results. After all, we’re putting a lot of precious time and energy into working out, so why wouldn’t we want to get the most from it?
"The greatest problem around people's training lies around not doing the prep work. Use any small breaks around your day to plan your workout. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail! Another common mistake is that people don’t vary their regime enough. Always do what makes you happy, but mixing weights and cardio is key to gaining full optimal results".
WHERE ARE WE MAKING THE MOST MISTAKES WHEN WORKING OUT?
What are the best targeted workouts you can do?
For me, it’s all about leg work. Whether you are looking for size or strength, squats in all variations and deadlifts are my go-to moves. They are also amazing for anyone, be it from a beginner to the more advanced individuals. Easily built-up as skills, your strength and stamina increase.
Should you be aiding your workouts, whether through supplements, or shakes?
Balance! It’s all about balance. Nutrition and sleep are the two key factors next to any workout. Train hard, eat healthy and get your sleep in. If you don’t feel you are able to hit your protein intake, introduce a shake. Otherwise, simply balance home cooked meals and a good night’s sleep.
How do you make working out more enjoyable?
It’s all about the music playlist and having a clear goal. Depending on my mood on the day, these two parts are what really get me in the zone. Once I am in the zone though, it’s all about the end game. The next thing you know, the endorphins are pumping and you’re just having a great time. No one ever regrets their workout by the end of the session.
Arrive Prepared — Always have a plan from start to finish! If possible, write it down so that you have something visual to work from.
GUIDO’S TOP TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR GYM SESSIONS:
Ensure you are getting enough sleep — Performance during your workouts and getting ample sleep, go hand in hand.
Warm up! — Warming up and cooling down are essential parts of training that are often overlooked. Doing one without the other, or even doing none at all, risks long and short-term injuries.
The best post-workout fuel:
• Crackers • Sweet potato • Fruit • Wholegrain bread • Smoked salmon
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