All I’ve ever wanted is to find a simple workout routine to get stronger that doesn’t require hours in the gym, endless cardio, or counting calories. Well, I officially just wrapped up my third round through my 8-week strength guide, and I can honestly say I’ve never felt better or been more lean in my life. Strength training opened the door to a new era of my fitness, and so many of you have said the same.

Why Simple Workouts Are the Key to Getting Stronger

There are a few major reasons why this guide is so good, and so many of us have seen insane results. A few things that I’ve learned over the last few months of strength training, and things I wish I could tell my younger self:

• you don’t have to do hours a day of cardio to be “fit”
• the less you think and stress about food, the better
• lifting weights won’t make you bulky
• taking a rest day won’t reverse any progress
• crazier workouts don’t equate to faster progress
• consistency is key to progress

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The Workout Routine That Transformed My Strength

I feel like I’ve finally figured out the extremely simple recipe for success in maintaining my ideal level of fitness. Here are the 4 things that have really been working for me this year establishing a simple workout routine to get stronger.

My Weekly Simple Workout Routine

1. Follow a structured plan. Not only will you be more efficient knowing your workout going into the gym, but it’s a game changer for confidence. I have 5 fitness plans for all levels of fitness.
2. Progressive overload is the secret to avoiding plateau, which means you can consistently gain muscle while decreasing fat mass. Gradually increasing weight over time keeps your body guessing, and minimizes risk of injury. Read more on progressive overload here.
3. Sleep is magical for progress, and prioritizing good sleep and taking enough rest days changes the game. We have to give our bodies time to rest, recover, and rebuild. The heavier I lift, the more rest I give my body, and the more results I see.
4. Increasing my protein intake has been crucial to building lean muscle mass. Most of us are eating far below what our bodies need to grow muscle. As a dietitian, I’d recommend 1 gram of protein per pound of bodyweight, or about 25-40 grams of protein with each meal and protein-centric snacks.

Why This Routine Works for Anyone Wanting to Get Stronger

The truth is, simple and effective will always beat complex and overwhelming when it comes to creating a simple workout routine to get stronger. GOOD // SWEAT Strength focuses on fundamental strength movements (hitting all major muscle groups), consistency, and integrates minimal cardio to burn fat without burning you out – all of which are the key ingredients for long-term success.

How Anyone Can Modify This Plan Based on Their Fitness Level

This routine works for all fitness levels because it’s built on fundamental exercises that can be scaled up or down. If you’re a beginner, you can start with bodyweight movements and gradually add weights as you gain strength. More advanced lifters can increase resistance, reps, or training volume to keep progressing. The best part is the guide walks you exactly how to progress week over week, so there is no guess work.