Handling Disappointment in Weight Lifting

Being disappointed in your results happens in weight lifting. As fun as it is to realize gains every 2-4 weeks, inevitably you have to know that your improvements will slow down and eventually stop. This isn’t being pessimistic, it’s just realistic part of physical nature. What it doesn’t signal is that your total overall growth has to stop.

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When I hit a huge wall when I finally got to bench pressing 225 lbs, I was searching for answers. Before it seemed that whenver I applied myself, I made gains and lifted more. I was still using the same formula and putting in the time, but it wasn’t working for me. I eventually learned that I had to adjust to the obstacle in front of me because my muscles had gotted “used to” the amount of weight.

If you’re frustrated with poor gains, negative gains or lack thereof, do something different. I recommend trying a completely different workout and see what it has to offer. You will also want to read literature from those with athletic achievements similar to that which you want to accomplish. These people have been where you’re at and come through it so there is certain to learn from them. Whatever you do, don’t stop working out. If you apply yourself, try something else and keep plugging away, eventually you will get through your plateaus.

You never know what you will read that will inspire you next. Sometimes another person’s words or ideas will open up your eyes and elevate you to a new level of training. It’s a great that your not satisfied with your current self and want to continue to improve. Keep in mind this positive even when your workout is on a downslide.