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Why your gym progress stalls — and the simple fixes trainers recommend
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NEW Lifestyle · 15:52

Why your gym progress stalls — and the simple fixes trainers recommend

Personal trainers say stalled progress usually comes from inconsistency, changing programmes too often, too much cardio without strength work, extra 'junk volume', liquid calories and training without recovery — not from a lack of intensity. Two consistent strength sessions, gradual progression and enough food and rest beat boom-and-bust training.

Source: The Guardian

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