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Progressive Overload Tips 🍑

Todays post is inspired by my BBL allegations 😄🍑

I get asked more than I like if I’ve had a BBL and the answer is NO. I have never even considered it. SOOOO, with that being said I’ll say it AGAIN. PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD AND EAT YOUR DANG PROTEIN LADIES and GENTS.

Train with intent, stop half assing your workouts and push yourself to failure. YOU AREN’T GROWING because you AREN’T pushing yourself it’s really that simple 🤷🏻‍♀️

For those of you fresh to the gym and asking “what is progressive overload. Progressive overload is a training principle that helps you gradually increase weight/stress on a muscle to help promote growth and strength. This can be done by (increasing weights, reps, sets or improving the technique to challenge the muscle. Without progressive overload you WILL plateau.

Tips:

1. Set a baseline (use a weight you can do WITH proper form)

2. Increase gradually (add a bit more weight, 1-2 more reps, an extra set)

3. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS ( stay consistent )

4. Deload and REST ( use a lighter weight when your body needs it) LADIES THAT ONES FOR YOU! Our bodies are constantly changing, give yourself rest and grace.

Thank you for coming to my ted talk 🍑👑😘 NOW GO KICK ASS THIS YEAR AND GET YOURSELF A SELF MADE BBL 💋

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2025/1/2 Edited to

Progressive overload is crucial for anyone aiming to increase strength and muscle size. This training strategy is all about gradually increasing the stress on your muscles, which can be achieved by modifying the weights, number of repetitions, or even enhancing your technique. It's important to start by establishing a baseline with the weights you can manage while maintaining proper form. From there, gradually increase the load; even adding one or two more repetitions can significantly impact your results over time. Tracking your progress is equally vital. Consider keeping a workout journal or using fitness apps to log achievements, so you can consistently see improvements. Remember, your body requires rest to recover, so implement deload weeks where you ease off the intensity to prevent burnout or injury. By embracing these basics of progressive overload, you will avoid plateaus and keep pushing forward in your fitness journey. Stay motivated and push yourself to achieve a healthier, stronger physique!

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