Five Steps To Gaining Muscle Mass
Whether training for a competition or getting ready for summer time, these tips are sure to help gain muscle in no time.
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- Sleep
- Without getting the proper amount of sleep, all of the time and money spent on gym memberships goes to waste. It doesn’t matter how many protein shakes and pre-workout shakes one drinks, without getting the recommended eight hours of sleep, all of the hard work put in can go down the drain.
- Eating
- Along with sleep, this one is a no-brainer. Protein is key when trying to build muscle. The body uses protein to build and repair tissue, and it is one of the many building blocks that it takes in order to gain muscle mass.
- Hydration
- With nearly two-thirds of the human body being water, it is important to maintain proper hydration. Water helps to transport key nutrients in and harmful waste out. It is also necessary for all absorption, circulatory, excretory and digestive functions. While being able to live without food for weeks, the body can only last without water for a few days.
- Form
- When lifting, proper form should always be used. Not only will it help in preventing injury, but will help target certain muscle groups. Lifting heavy weights with improper form can cause injury, because this can cause tendons, muscles and joints to align incorrectly and cause tears and even breaks.
- Goals
- Setting goals is a very important part to gaining muscle. Consistency is key, so keeping track of lifts and the amount of weight that is lifted is crucial. Keeping track of what body parts are working out and when is very important because muscles need time to recuperate in between every workout.
About the Contributor
Griffin Hackeloer, Digital Coordinator
Griffin Hackeloer is a senior at ACHS. This is his second year on the Tom Tom staff. As a returning member of the staff, he is excited to be a part of producing magazines with the Tom Tom family. Griffin enjoys playing football and is a part of the varsity defense playing defensive end. He also enjoys taking long walks on the beach. His favorite pet is his dog named Willow. Family and friends are a major part of Griffin's life, and he hopes to continue to make lifelong friends being a part of the Tom Tom family.