As the battle of the gold rages on in the winter Olympics, it may serve as inspiration to recharge your fitness program. If boredom has spiraled into your work-out, your muscles are more than likely feeling the doldrums too. Nevertheless, the most exciting way to keep you exercise regime optimized is by mixing up the routine. It will serve as means of strengthening your muscles. Variation can be achieved by switching up the number of repetitions, sets and the amount of weight you lift.

According to many physical education and sport experts exercisers should incorporate the idea of progressive overload. The concept entails increasing the intensity at appropriate intervals. Progressive overload works to also alleviate sore or cold muscles.

During optimal performance, exercisers are recommended to intensify their workout or bodybuilding session. Once the muscles adjust to a specific level, the intensity should increase to the notch. At the same token, caution is advised not to overload the muscles to the extent of fatigue which may trigger microscopic tissue damage. As a result sufficient rest is vital to allow the muscles to re-build and recover simultaneously.

In the spirit of the Winter Olympics, here are a few maneuvers to augment the muscle groups used to downhill ski, snowboard and skate on ice.

-To increase your fitness program’s intensity reduce the span of rest between sets. As an alternative, during lifts intersperse your bodybuilding by jumping rope, doing jumping jacks, or marching in place. It will enhance the outcome of your work-out by activating your cardiovascular system.

-Challenge the bounds of your resistance training by adding another set of 10 repetitions or build up to four sets per workout session.

(As with any fitness program, always consult your physician before starting a new workout regimen).