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Bodybuilding, powerlifting, and overall fitness are lifelong journeys. Turns out, the motto “It’s a marathon, not a sprint” applies all too perfectly. Some of us start training young and never stop. Others might unintentionally take an extended “break” for weeks, months, or even years. We’re all on our own journey, so whether you’ve suffered an injury, your gym closed, or you just got too busy to stay consistent, the important thing is you’re getting back into it. That being said, things will feel a little different the first time you throw on your bodybuilding clothing and hit the iron again. Here’s how to shake off that gym rust.   Bodybuilding Clothes Assess the Situation   The first thing you need to do is be honest with yourself. You’ve likely lost some gains during your break, but that won’t be the case forever. It’s essential to start with a routine based on where you currently are, not where you were when you stopped training. It might sting the old ego ...

No matter how fired up you get for your workouts, some days, it can be hard to tap into that mindset. One bad workout can turn into two, three, and then pretty soon, you find yourself in a rut with your progress and overall happiness in the iron playground. Whether working out just hasn’t been as fun lately or you know you can give a little bit more, try these four mental tips to maximize your results in the gym.   Bodybuilding Clothes Focus on the Goals in Front of You   We all have fitness goals. From benching three plates to competing in a bodybuilding competition, these big goals can help your training schedule stay consistent. But what if the iron just isn’t moving as easily as you’d like it to, for no apparent reason? You’re all suited up in your favorite bodybuilding clothing , the workout playlist is cranked to the max—but something just isn’t clicking. Sometimes, when a goal is so big or so far into the future, it can feel like it’s out of reach. ...