{"id":42051,"date":"2022-03-30T19:08:08","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T19:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=42051"},"modified":"2026-02-17T22:06:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T22:06:00","slug":"workout-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Common Workout Problems And How To Fix Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_1_You_Dont_Have_A_Plan\" >Problem 1: You Don&#8217;t Have A Plan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution\" >The Solution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_2_Youre_Not_Progressing\" >Problem 2: You&#8217;re Not Progressing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_1-_Youre_Not_Challenging_Yourself\" >Reason 1- You&#8217;re Not Challenging Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_2-_Youre_Not_Eating_Enough\" >Reason 2- You&#8217;re Not Eating Enough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_3-_Youre_Not_Getting_Enough_Sleep\" >Reason 3- You&#8217;re Not Getting Enough Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-2\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Focus_On_Progressive_Overload\" >Focus On Progressive Overload<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Figure_Out_What_And_How_Much_You_Should_Be_Eating\" >Figure Out What And How Much You Should Be Eating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Get_Enough_Sleep\" >Get Enough Sleep<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_3_Youre_Struggling_To_Be_Consistent\" >Problem 3: You&#8217;re Struggling To Be Consistent<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_1_Youve_Set_Unrealistic_Goals\" >Reason 1: You&#8217;ve Set Unrealistic Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_2_Youre_Not_Enjoying_Your_Workouts\" >Reason 2: You&#8217;re Not Enjoying Your Workouts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reason_3_Your_Workout_Routine_Doesnt_Fit_Into_Your_Lifestyle\" >Reason 3: Your Workout Routine Doesn&#8217;t Fit Into Your Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-3\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Set_Realistic_Goals\" >Set Realistic Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Find_Workouts_You_Enjoy\" >Find Workouts You Enjoy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Make_Your_Workouts_Fit_Into_Your_Lifestyle\" >Make Your Workouts Fit Into Your Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_4_Your_Muscles_Are_Always_Sore\" >Problem 4: Your Muscles Are Always Sore<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-4\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Warm_Up_Before_Your_Workout\" >Warm Up Before Your Workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Give_Your_Muscles_Time_To_Recover\" >Give Your Muscles Time To Recover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Get_Into_Dynamic_And_Static_Stretching\" >Get Into Dynamic And Static Stretching<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_5_Youre_Always_Tired\" >Problem 5: You&#8217;re Always Tired<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-5\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Take_A_Rest_Day\" >Take A Rest Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Modify_Your_Workouts\" >Modify Your Workouts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Reduce_The_Volume_Of_Your_Workouts\" >Reduce The Volume Of Your Workouts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_6_The_Scale_Wont_Budge\" >Problem 6: The Scale Won&#8217;t Budge<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-6\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Stop_Weighing_Yourself\" >Stop Weighing Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Get_A_Tape_Measure\" >Get A Tape Measure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Take_Progress_Pictures\" >Take Progress Pictures<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_7_You_Dont_Have_Enough_Energy_For_A_Workout\" >Problem 7: You Don&#8217;t Have Enough Energy For A Workout<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-7\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Eat_More_Calories\" >Eat More Calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Try_Pre-Workout_Supplements\" >Try Pre-Workout Supplements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_8_Youre_Feeling_Self-Conscious_At_The_Gym\" >Problem 8: You&#8217;re Feeling Self-Conscious At The Gym<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-8\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Talk_To_Someone_At_The_Gym\" >Talk To Someone At The Gym<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Take_A_Group_Fitness_Class\" >Take A Group Fitness Class<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_9_Your_Skin_Is_Chafing\" >Problem 9: Your Skin Is Chafing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-9\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Choose_The_Right_Clothing\" >Choose The Right Clothing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Avoid_Wearing_Tight_Clothes\" >Avoid Wearing Tight Clothes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Use_A_Lubricant\" >Use A Lubricant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Wear_Gloves\" >Wear Gloves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Exfoliate_And_Moisturize_Your_Hands\" >Exfoliate And Moisturize Your Hands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Problem_10_Excessive_Sweat_Is_Making_You_Uncomfortable\" >Problem 10: Excessive Sweat Is Making You Uncomfortable<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Solution-10\" >The Solution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Choose_Natural_Fibers\" >Choose Natural Fibers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Avoid_Wearing_Synthetic_Fabrics\" >Avoid Wearing Synthetic Fabrics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Wash_Your_Clothes_After_Each_Workout\" >Wash Your Clothes After Each Workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#Use_A_Deodorant_Or_Antiperspirant\" >Use A Deodorant Or Antiperspirant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workout-problems\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve decided to have a healthy and fit lifestyle by regularly working out -congratulations! You&#8217;ve made a very positive decision for your health and wellbeing. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that even with the best intentions, it&#8217;s easy to fall into some common workout traps that can sabotage your progress and ruin your motivation. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beginners and advanced exercisers alike can fall victim to these problems, but with a bit of knowledge and some easy solutions you can overcome those troubles and continue towards your fitness goals. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss 10 of the most common workout problems and how to fix them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_1_You_Dont_Have_A_Plan\"><\/span><strong>Problem 1: You Don&#8217;t Have A Plan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get up, head to the gym for an hour, and get on with your day. No goals, no structure, no plan. Sound familiar?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not carefully planning your workouts, you&#8217;re likely not getting the most out of them. Without a plan, it&#8217;s easy to become unfocused and end up wasting time at the gym with little to show for it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a workout plan that outlines your specific goals and the exercises you need to do to achieve them. This will help you stay focused and on track, ensuring that you&#8217;re getting the most out of your workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re finding it difficult to come up with a workout plan on your own, there are plenty of online resources and personal trainers who can help you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important that your plan takes into account your current fitness level and gradually builds up intensity as you become more comfortable with exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overdoing it too soon is a recipe for injury and burnout, so be sure to start slow and increase the intensity of your workouts gradually.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/massage-before-or-after-workout\/\">Should You Get A Massage Before Or After Your Workout?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_2_Youre_Not_Progressing\"><\/span><strong>Problem 2: You&#8217;re Not Progressing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve been going to the gym for weeks (or even months) but you&#8217;re not seeing any results. You might be doing the same workout routine day in and day out, or maybe you&#8217;re just not working hard enough. Whatever the case, if you&#8217;re not progressing, your workouts will quickly become ineffective and boring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons why you&#8217;re not seeing the results you are hoping for:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_1-_Youre_Not_Challenging_Yourself\"><\/span><strong>Reason 1- You&#8217;re Not Challenging Yourself<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re doing the same workouts day after day, your body will quickly adapt and become more efficient at them. This is characteristic of the law of diminishing returns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to continue seeing results from your workouts, you need to constantly challenge your body by increasing the intensity or duration of your workouts, or by adding new exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_2-_Youre_Not_Eating_Enough\"><\/span><strong>Reason 2- You&#8217;re Not Eating Enough<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not eating enough, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mesomorph-diet-female\/\">your body<\/a> won&#8217;t have the energy it needs to fuel your workouts and you&#8217;ll quickly become fatigued. In order to see results from your workouts, you need to make sure you&#8217;re getting enough protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_3-_Youre_Not_Getting_Enough_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>Reason 3- You&#8217;re Not Getting Enough Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not getting enough sleep, your body won&#8217;t have the energy it needs to fuel your workouts and you&#8217;ll quickly become fatigued. While you sleep, a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/meal-replacement-diet\/\">hormone<\/a> called human growth hormone (HGH) is released, which helps to repair and build muscle tissue (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8627466\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-2\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To see results from your workouts do these three things:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_On_Progressive_Overload\"><\/span><strong>Focus On Progressive Overload<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressive overload simply means <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/crossfit-workout\/\">gradually increasing the intensity<\/a> or difficulty of your workouts over time. This can be done by adding more weight, reps, or sets to your exercises, or by doing more challenging variations of the exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why it works is due to how it continually challenges your body, forcing it to adapt and become stronger. If you don&#8217;t challenge your body, it will quickly adapt and you&#8217;ll stop seeing results from your workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Figure_Out_What_And_How_Much_You_Should_Be_Eating\"><\/span><strong>Figure Out What And How Much You Should Be Eating<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To grow muscle, you need to be in a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/apple-cider-vinegar-weight-loss-drink\/\">calorie surplus<\/a>, which means you&#8217;re eating more calories than you&#8217;re burning. This is because muscle growth requires energy (in the form of calories).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To lose fat, you need to be in a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/trampoline-workout-benefits\/\">calorie deficit<\/a>, which means you&#8217;re eating fewer calories than you&#8217;re burning. This is because fat loss requires energy (in the form of calories).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain your weight, you need to be eating the same number of calories that you&#8217;re burning. This is because your weight is determined by the energy balance between calories in and calories out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use an online calorie calculator to determine how many calories you should be eating each day. Once you know how many calories you need to be eating, you can figure out how much of each macronutrient (protein, carbohydrates, and fat) you need to eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein is the most important macronutrient for muscle growth as it provides the building blocks for muscle tissue. Carbs are important for fueling your workouts and fat is important for hormone production (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/labs\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4540168\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use an online macronutrient calculator to determine how many grams of each macronutrient you need to eat each day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38884 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5514-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5514.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5514-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5514.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5514.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Enough_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>Get Enough Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep is when your body recovers from your workouts and grows muscle. Most people need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. If you&#8217;re not getting enough sleep, you&#8217;re not going to see results from your workouts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8627466\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can improve the quality of your sleep by establishing a regular sleep schedule, avoiding caffeine before bed, and sleeping in a dark and quiet room.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_3_Youre_Struggling_To_Be_Consistent\"><\/span><strong>Problem 3: You&#8217;re Struggling To Be Consistent<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common workout mistakes people make is taking time off from the gym or not sticking to their workout routine. They struggle to show up for their <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/front-delts-workout\/\">workouts<\/a> consistently and as a result, they don&#8217;t see the results they want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons why, no matter how hard you try, you can&#8217;t stick to your workout routine:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_1_Youve_Set_Unrealistic_Goals\"><\/span><strong>Reason 1: You&#8217;ve Set Unrealistic Goals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A big goal can be motivating at first, but it&#8217;s often difficult to maintain that level of motivation. When you meet your first challenge it&#8217;s easy to give up if you don&#8217;t have a strong enough reason to keep going.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_2_Youre_Not_Enjoying_Your_Workouts\"><\/span><strong>Reason 2: You&#8217;re Not Enjoying Your Workouts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not enjoying <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-a-pyramid-workout\/\">your workouts<\/a>, it&#8217;s going to be difficult to stick to them. You&#8217;re more likely to skip a workout if you don&#8217;t enjoy it more than if you do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_3_Your_Workout_Routine_Doesnt_Fit_Into_Your_Lifestyle\"><\/span><strong>Reason 3: Your Workout Routine Doesn&#8217;t Fit Into Your Lifestyle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make fitness a part of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-cellulite-workout\/\">your lifestyle<\/a> you need to find a way to make it work with your schedule and your life. If your workout routine is too time-consuming or inconvenient, you&#8217;re not going to stick to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38875 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Fitness App\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5420.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-3\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_Realistic_Goals\"><\/span><strong>Set Realistic Goals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When setting goals, make sure they&#8217;re realistic and achievable. Break them down into smaller habits that you can accomplish on a weekly or monthly basis. This will make it easier to stay motivated and consistent with your workouts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_Workouts_You_Enjoy\"><\/span><strong>Find Workouts You Enjoy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t enjoy your workouts, try finding different exercises or workout routines that you do enjoy. There are many different types of workouts to choose from, so you&#8217;re sure to find something you enjoy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Your_Workouts_Fit_Into_Your_Lifestyle\"><\/span><strong>Make Your Workouts Fit Into Your Lifestyle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to make fitness a part of your lifestyle, find a way to make it work with your schedule and your life. This might mean working out at home, going to the gym during your lunch break, or getting up early to workout before work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to find a routine that you can stick to so you don&#8217;t have to worry about skipping workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/aerial-yoga-benefits\/\">Aerial Yoga Benefits: 10 Ways This Practice Will Elevate Your Workouts<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_4_Your_Muscles_Are_Always_Sore\"><\/span><strong>Problem 4: Your Muscles Are Always Sore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle soreness is a common issue, especially for beginners. It&#8217;s normal to feel some soreness after a workout, but if your muscles are always sore, it could be a sign that you&#8217;re doing too much too soon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The science behind muscle growth explains some soreness. To grow muscles, you have to break them down first. When you work out, you&#8217;re breaking down muscle tissue. When you rest,\u00a0 your body repairs that tissue and makes it stronger (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/labs\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6950543\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The repair process is what causes soreness. The more muscle tissue you break down, the more soreness you&#8217;ll experience (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/labs\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6950543\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re always sore, it could be a sign that you&#8217;re doing too much, too soon. It&#8217;s important to give your muscles time to recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other causes of excessive muscle soreness include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not stretching properly before and after your workouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising the same muscles repeatedly without giving them time to recover<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifting weights that are too heavy for you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not hydrating properly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-4\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Warm_Up_Before_Your_Workout\"><\/span><strong>Warm Up Before Your Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warming up helps increase blood flow to your muscles and can help reduce soreness. A simple warm-up routine could include light cardio and some dynamic stretches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17535144\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Give_Your_Muscles_Time_To_Recover\"><\/span><strong>Give Your Muscles Time To Recover<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re always sore, it might be a sign that you&#8217;re not giving your muscles enough time to recover between workouts. Try scaling back on the intensity. Make sure to give your muscles time to recover by not working out the same muscle group two days in a row.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also try using a foam roller or massage ball to help relieve muscle soreness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Into_Dynamic_And_Static_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>Get Into Dynamic And Static Stretching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching that involves moving your body through a range of motion. It&#8217;s an active form of stretching that helps prepare your body for exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretching is a form of stretching where you hold a position for a period of time. It&#8217;s a passive form of stretching that should be done after your workout to help reduce muscle soreness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38789 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5704-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5704.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5704-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5704.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5704.png 1044w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_5_Youre_Always_Tired\"><\/span><strong>Problem 5: You&#8217;re Always Tired<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re always tired, it could be a sign that you&#8217;re overtraining. Over training comes in different forms, including absence of rest days, excessively long sessions, and\/or not allowing your body enough time to recover between workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you overtrain, your body produces too much cortisol. Cortisol is a stress hormone that can have negative effects on your body, including decreased muscle mass, increased body fat, and lowered immunity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/labs\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2474765\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-5\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_A_Rest_Day\"><\/span><strong>Take A Rest Day<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best ways to prevent overtraining is to make sure you&#8217;re taking at least one rest day per week. This will give your body time to recover and can help reduce fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find that you&#8217;re still tired after a day of rest, it might be a sign that you need more than one day off. Try taking two consecutive days off each week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modify_Your_Workouts\"><\/span><strong>Modify Your Workouts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not getting enough rest, it might be time to modify your workouts. Try shorter and more manageable workouts that don&#8217;t require as much energy. You could also try splitting up your workouts into two or three sessions throughout the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_The_Volume_Of_Your_Workouts\"><\/span><strong>Reduce The Volume Of Your Workouts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re doing too much, you might want to reduce the volume of your workouts. This means doing fewer sets and reps or using less weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38772 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5787-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5787.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5787-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5787.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5787.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_6_The_Scale_Wont_Budge\"><\/span><strong>Problem 6: The Scale Won&#8217;t Budge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to fat loss and muscle gain, the scale is a double-edged sword. True, you want to lose weight to achieve a healthy body composition. However, the scale isn&#8217;t always the best way to gauge your progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re working out hard and eating healthy, but the number on the scale isn&#8217;t budging, it could be a sign that you&#8217;re going through body recomposition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What this means is that you&#8217;re losing fat and gaining muscle at the same time. When this happens, your body weight might stay the same, even though your body composition has changed for the better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-6\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stop_Weighing_Yourself\"><\/span><strong>Stop Weighing Yourself<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re fixated on the number on the scale, it might be time to take a break from weighing yourself. Weighing yourself can be misleading and can cause anxiety if the number on the scale doesn&#8217;t budge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_A_Tape_Measure\"><\/span><strong>Get A Tape Measure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re struggling to lose weight, you might want to start measuring your body composition instead. This can be done by using a tape measure to measure your waist, hips, and arms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Progress_Pictures\"><\/span><strong>Take Progress Pictures<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to measure your progress is to take progress pictures. This is a great way to see how your body is changing, even if the number on the scale stays the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38773 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5786-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5786.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5786-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5786.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5786.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_7_You_Dont_Have_Enough_Energy_For_A_Workout\"><\/span><strong>Problem 7: You Don&#8217;t Have Enough Energy For A Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s normal to have days when you don&#8217;t feel like working out. However, if you&#8217;re constantly struggling to find the energy for a workout, it could be a sign that you&#8217;re not getting enough calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you don&#8217;t get enough calories, your body doesn&#8217;t have the fuel it needs to sustain a workout. This can lead to fatigue, lightheadedness, and low energy levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-7\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_More_Calories\"><\/span><strong>Eat More Calories<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re struggling to find the energy for a workout, it might be time to increase your calorie intake. This will give your body the fuel it needs to sustain a workout and can help improve your energy levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_Pre-Workout_Supplements\"><\/span><strong>Try Pre-Workout Supplements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re having trouble getting energized for your workouts, try using a pre-workout supplement. These supplements are designed to give you an energy boost and can help you power through your workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common pre-workout supplement ingredients that give you an energy boost include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jissn.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12970-018-0247-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Caffeine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a stimulant that can help increase energy and focus.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Creatine <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; a compound that helps improve energy production and can help you exercise for longer periods of time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beta-alanine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a compound that helps reduce fatigue and increases muscle carnosine levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38661 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5540-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5540.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5540-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5540.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5540.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_8_Youre_Feeling_Self-Conscious_At_The_Gym\"><\/span><strong>Problem 8: You&#8217;re Feeling Self-Conscious At The Gym<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a beginner,\u00a0 it&#8217;s normal to feel self-conscious at the gym. You might not know how to use the equipment or what exercises to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even worse, you might worry that everyone is watching and judging you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-8\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Talk_To_Someone_At_The_Gym\"><\/span><strong>Talk To Someone At The Gym<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re feeling self-conscious, one of the best things you can do is talk to someone at the gym. This could be a personal trainer, another member, or even the staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can give you tips on how to use the equipment and can help you feel more comfortable at the gym.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_A_Group_Fitness_Class\"><\/span><strong>Take A Group Fitness Class<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group fitness classes are a great way to get comfortable with working out in front of other people. In a group fitness class, everyone is there to workout and have fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t have to worry about anyone watching or judging you. Plus, the instructors will help you with form and technique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38644 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5436.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5436.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5436-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5436.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_9_Your_Skin_Is_Chafing\"><\/span><strong>Problem 9: Your Skin Is Chafing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re working out regularly, it&#8217;s normal for your skin to start chafing. This is a result of the friction between your skin and the clothes you&#8217;re wearing. It can also happen on the palms of your hands as you grip the bar or the handles of the machines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chaffing can be painful and can cause your skin to become raw and irritated (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/labs\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4148272\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-9\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_The_Right_Clothing\"><\/span><strong>Choose The Right Clothing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to prevent skin chafing is to choose the right clothing. Make sure you&#8217;re wearing clothes that are made for working out. They should be breathable and fit snugly against your skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Wearing_Tight_Clothes\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Wearing Tight Clothes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re prone to skin chafing, avoid wearing tight clothes. Tight clothes cause more friction against your skin and can aggravate skin irritations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_A_Lubricant\"><\/span><strong>Use A Lubricant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to prevent skin chafing is to use a lubricant. There are a number of different lubricants that you can use, including body lotion, petroleum jelly, and sports cream.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply the lubricant to the areas that are prone to chafing before you work out. This will help reduce friction and will help keep your skin irritation-free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wear_Gloves\"><\/span><strong>Wear Gloves<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re having trouble with chafing on the palms of your hands, try wearing gloves. This will create a barrier between your skin and the equipment you&#8217;re using.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exfoliate_And_Moisturize_Your_Hands\"><\/span><strong>Exfoliate And Moisturize Your Hands<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The palms of your hands are also prone to chafing. To help prevent this, exfoliate your hands regularly and moisturize them with a heavy cream. This will help keep your skin healthy and will reduce the chances of chafing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=10_Common_Workout_Problems\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38582 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5382-1024x576.png\" alt=\"workout problems\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5382.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5382-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5382.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5382.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_10_Excessive_Sweat_Is_Making_You_Uncomfortable\"><\/span><strong>Problem 10: Excessive Sweat Is Making You Uncomfortable<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweat can make your clothes sticky and uncomfortable. This is especially true if you&#8217;re wearing synthetic fabrics, which tend to absorb sweat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Solution-10\"><\/span><strong>The Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_Natural_Fibers\"><\/span><strong>Choose Natural Fibers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to avoid this problem is to choose clothes made from natural fibers. Cotton is a good choice, as it absorbs sweat and helps keep you cool.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Wearing_Synthetic_Fabrics\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Wearing Synthetic Fabrics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can, avoid wearing synthetic fabrics when you work out. These fabrics tend to trap sweat and can make you feel sticky and uncomfortable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wash_Your_Clothes_After_Each_Workout\"><\/span><strong>Wash Your Clothes After Each Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re wearing the same clothes multiple times in a week, sweat and bacteria can build up. This can cause your clothes to smell and can make you feel uncomfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, wash your workout clothes after each use. This will help remove sweat and bacteria and will keep your clothes fresh.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_A_Deodorant_Or_Antiperspirant\"><\/span><strong>Use A Deodorant Or Antiperspirant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re still having trouble with sweat, try using a deodorant or antiperspirant. These products can help reduce sweat and will keep you smelling fresh.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or an advanced exerciser, you might run into some problems when you work out. But don&#8217;t let these problems stop you from reaching your fitness goals. 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