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10 Reasons Why You Should Go to the Gym (2021 Update)

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If you need reasons to go to the gym, chances are you’re simply being lazy.

But don’t worry, I won’t judge you.

Everyone needs some motivation every once in a while.

Even though you might be slacking on the gym going, statistically speaking you’re not alone.

According to Statisticbrain, about 67% of people who have gym memberships never use them and of those who do go to the gym, average only around 2 times a week.

With that being said, you’re probably still wondering what I can say to convince you to get your ass in the gym.

Well, don’t worry I’m about to outline 10 awesome reasons to go to the gym.

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5 Bodyweight Exercises You Don’t Do Enough

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If you had a nickel for every time someone asked a question about training frequency, how rich would you be? Some lifters prefer Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday; some like Monday-Wednesday-Friday; and others like to hit different parts of their body everyday. Then there are questions about other nuances of a training regimen, like diet, reps, weight, hypertrophy, and so on. At the root of all of these areas of uncertainty should be the most fundamental question: what are you trying to improve, and why? If you hesitate for one moment on the answer to this question, then you are doing yourself a disservice.

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Does Protein Actually Work?

Protein. Let’s talk about the supplement you always hear about inside and outside of the gym. It seems to be the supplement everyone uses most, but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? Does protein actually work? What does it do? It’s time we really look at this famous nutrient and figure out what it actually does for our body.

Generally speaking as humans, we need protein. Period.  However, if you are lifting on a regular basis and are not getting enough protein through food or supplementation, you could be damaging your muscles by starving them of this essential muscular building block.

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5 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated in the Gym

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A lot of people ask me: “Brodie, is there a way for me to stay motivated in the gym?”.

The funny part is they act like I don’t lose my motivation to workout sometimes. We all do. It’s hard to stay consistent, but that’s what separates those that succeed at transforming their bodies and those who don’t.

You may be motivated right now, but the time will come when you feel your motivation starts to slip. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. At its worst it can really affect your workouts and your progress. Maybe it’s taking too long to get those results you desire, or maybe you’ve hit a plateau. There are countless reasons and excuses, but at the end of the day you have to want it. It all comes down to your desire to gain, build and ultimately transform your body. Here’s five simple steps to keep your motivation and stay on track in the gym.

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