Just what the title says. Can you just change up between the same two routines every 2 weeks or will that not work? Thanks.
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07-10-2007, 09:29 AM #1Registered User
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How often should you change up your routine?
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07-10-2007, 09:30 AM #2Free teh ranters
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you should change it up when you stop seeing results.
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07-10-2007, 09:30 AM #3Half Norse, Half Animal
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I'd say a big part of progress is knowing what's working for you. And how can you know in just two weeks? I'd give it longer, but that's me.
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07-10-2007, 09:32 AM #4Registered User
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Which I believe I've stopped seeing. How many times could you possibly change up a routine to last you for say, about a year? Could you just return to previous routines when you stop seeing results with a new one?
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07-10-2007, 09:33 AM #5Registered User
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Well I've had a same routine for about 3 months and I've stopped seeing any more change. That's why I ask when it's good to change up. Thanks for the responses so far.
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07-10-2007, 09:35 AM #6Registered User
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It's up to you really, if your not happy with th results I would change.
I usually change mine every 4-8 weeks and make sure its completly different. Different order of bodyparts, different exercises and in different orders.
Just to make sure you shock your body so that it can respond and grow.
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07-10-2007, 09:45 AM #7Registered User
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you beat me to it... I just asked the same question... I will delete my post now. Thanks
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07-10-2007, 11:18 AM #8Registered User
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As a general rule of thumb: 6-8 weeks on average. Some people can go longer, others adapt faster. YMMV.
Using undulating (non-linear) periodization can help stretch out the effectiveness of your workout programs a bit.
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