One big challenge while starting our Fitness routine is creating unrealistic goals. Unrealistic goals are like an epidemic spread by people like gym instructors, internet message boards and various fitness magazines which shows that you can pack 10 pounds of muscles within a month’s time. Let’s face it, packing 10 pounds of muscle in a month’s time is physiologically impossible.

Making changes in your physique takes time, Rome was not built in a day so does a great physique. The Fitness industry is thriving of people who want to change their body as soon as possible. But we at The Workout Magazine are here to set your Fitness Goals right.

Physical transformation is a slow and steady process. We are not trying to crush your hopes and dream rather we want to help you set achievable goals. Several people confuse increasing weight as an increase in muscle mass where as all that increased in their body is glycogen stores, body fat, and water. So how can you set your fitness goals right?

Here are few pointers to help you reach your goals:

So how much muscle one can pack into a set of time?

The big question is how much muscle one can gain in a particular period of time. The answer is quite simple, it all depends on your dedication. But if you are dedicated and diligent about your nutrition, training, and recuperation you can add 1 pound of muscle in a week’s time.

Create a balanced nutritional plan

To achieve success in your fitness goals it is utmost important that you create a healthy nutritional plan. A healthy diet plan consists of a balanced amount of protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Keep in mind your nutritional plan should have a high amount of protein and very less amount of complex carbs and fats. Fat from junk food is a strict no when you are following any nutritional plan.

Keep a check on your Vital Statistics

This is a very important part if you are following any diet program or workout program. Keep a tab on your vital stats like blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol level and heart rate. It is very crucial that you keep a track of these stats when you are getting older to make sure that nothing sneaks up on your health some day.

Take your time to reach your goals

The biggest challenge we face is setting up an unrealistic fitness goal. To achieve such goal people use crazy fad diet programs and follow extensive workout plans which cause more harm than benefit. So it is important that you set a reasonable fitness goal as making a sudden change in body and lifestyle is impossible. Be consistent, gradually work on your fitness goals and you will achieve them one day.

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