Here's why you need to stop doing workouts and follow a program that gets results.

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Hey there, fitness fanatics! Are you tired of going to the gym day in and day out, only to see no results? Are you frustrated that the number on the scale just won't budge? Well, I'm here to tell you that it's not your fault. You're just missing a crucial part of the puzzle: a proper training program.

Research shows that following a structured training program is the key to achieving your fitness goals. A study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that individuals who followed a periodized training program, like the one I'm about to share with you, saw greater improvements in muscle strength and size compared to those who followed a non-periodized program.

So, what's the secret to success? It's all about planning your training in phases. As tempting as it is to try and do it all at once, focusing on one specific goal at a time is the most effective way to make progress. Trust me, I've been in the fitness industry for over 20 years, and I've seen it all.

Here's what your 3-month training program should look like:

Month 1 - Muscular Endurance: All exercises are 2 to 3 sets of 12 to 15 reps, with little to no rest in between sets.

Month 2 - Hypertrophy: All exercises are 3 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 reps, with short rest periods in between sets.

Month 3 - Strength: All exercises are 4 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, with longer rest periods in between sets.

By following this program, you'll be able to build your endurance in the first month, then move on to building more muscle in the second month. Finally, you'll focus on building strength in the third month, so you can make all that new muscle stronger.

But don't just take my word for it. A study published in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine found that periodized training programs led to significantly greater improvements in muscle strength and endurance compared to non-periodized programs.

So, are you ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real results? Define your outcome, build your program phases, and switch gears. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

And if you need some extra guidance, feel free to shoot me a direct message on Facebook or Instagram, and I'll help you design your program. Let's do this!

Michael Urso