I like going into the gym with a plan. I have my routine set before I even get to there. The problem is that the gym does not always cooperate.
Lately, with gym locations closing or changing around Miami, I have noticed how much busier the location that I go to is. Even getting there early is not always enough. If you train at LA Fitness or another busy commercial gym, you have probably had the same experience. The machine you planned to use is taken and there are three people waiting for it.
That does not mean the workout has to stop. There is usually another movement that can train the same muscle group and keep your session moving. The key is knowing what your options are instead of standing around waiting.
Check out the GMLYFT Exercise Swap Finder. Choose the exercise you wanted to do, tell it what equipment you have available if needed, and get ideas for exercises that target similar muscles and movements.
Your plan matters, but being able to adjust is part of training too. Sometimes the best workout is not the exact one you planned. It is the one you were able to keep moving through.
Plan your routines, log your training, and track your progress with GMLYFT.
